MDLinx August 1, 2024
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Elizabeth Francis recently celebrated her 115th birthday, becoming the oldest person in the US.
Francis’ longevity may be due to her ability to cope with stress and her positive social connections, which together with several other lifestyle factors appear to be linked to prolonged life expectancy.
One recent study showed that following a healthy lifestyle, even in later life, can offset genetic risk for a shorter lifespan.
Elizabeth Francis became the oldest person in the US on July 25, 2024, when she turned 115. Francis, who joins only 67 other individuals throughout history known to have reached that age, said: “I just feel like living...
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