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Oct 23, 2025

2 min

Can older males deliver the good genes? The science behind paternal age and offspring genetics

According to a 2017 review, average paternal age has been increasing since 1980, fueling a critical debate in evolutionary biology: Can older males deliver the good genes? While some evolutionary models suggest that survival into old age indicates superior genetic fitness, modern research reveals a more complex reality involving trade-offs between longevity and genetic quality.

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Oct 14, 2025

2 min

What is the average age of fathers death?

According to the CDC, life expectancy for males in the United States reached 75.8 years in 2023, though this is not a direct answer to the death age of fathers. Understanding the complexities behind this question requires a look at broader mortality trends and a variety of influencing factors, rather than a single statistic.

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