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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 2, 2025

4 min

Does longevity come from mom or dad? Exploring the genetic inheritance of lifespan

In certain studies, mothers of centenarians have been found to have significantly longer lifespans compared to mothers of non-centenarians. This raises a key question in genetics: does longevity come from mom or dad? The answer reveals a fascinating interplay of maternal and paternal factors.

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Oct 2, 2025

4 min

Are you legally obligated to care for elderly parents?

While societal expectations often dictate children should care for aging parents, roughly half of U.S. states have or have had filial responsibility laws that may impose a legal duty to provide care. So, are you legally obligated to care for elderly parents, or is it purely an ethical consideration?

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