How to Be a Super Ager (with Eric Topol)
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The Immune System's Impact on Aging and Chronic Diseases
This chapter examines the evolving role of the immune system in chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and neurodegenerative disorders. It highlights the connection between immune-driven inflammation and health outcomes, exploring the remarkable health of 'super-agers' and the lack of genetic factors in their longevity. The discussion also covers the implications of recent vaccine research, particularly the COVID-19 vaccine, and the potential of mRNA technology in enhancing immune responses and preventing age-related diseases.
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