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I thought I knew how old I was — until a series of tests told me something different. This past summer, I interviewed Doug Vaughan, MD, a longevity expert who runs the Potocsnak Longevity Institute at Northwestern University. I was writing an article on the possibility of extending the human lifespan. Vaughan measures people’s epigenetic age — an estimate of their body’s age based on measurable signs of aging, rather than how many years they’ve been alive.
Fact checked by Shannon Sparks Oil and water. Cats and dogs. Seniors and tech? At first glance, you might assume older adults don’t mix with cutting-edge gadgets and software. But technology is reshaping elder care, and older adults benefit when they join the shift. In many senior care facilities, everyday tools like FaceTime and Zoom keep residents connected with family and friends. Families also appreciate the option to check in on a loved one when they can’t visit right away.
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