Longevity examined in DNA

17 Oct 2011
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Scientists that studied the DNA of a woman who lived to the age of 115 have made interesting discoveries surrounding genetics and longevity.

The study outlined that the woman, who at the time of her death was the oldest person in the world, had the mind of someone much younger with no signs of dementia. The report suggests that her genetics played a part in protecting her against dementia.

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