Latest articles on Ageing

South Africa may be ageing as a society – but we can live better, longer

Opinion Mosima Mabunda - 15 Sep 2020

Statistically, our population is classified as one that is ageing rapidly. There are ways to ensure that we go into our retirement years healthier, fitter and more cognisant

Who wants to live forever?

Article Martin Rees 1 - 19 Jul 2019

Longevity enthusiasts believe immortality is a worthwhile goal. But refugees from the past could create problems for future generations

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Ageing and the secrets of our genes

Article Erika Hayasaki & Bhekisisa Team - 30 May 2019

A rare condition has caused this man’s body to age at super speed. Why?

Apple a day keeps Grim Squeaker away*

Article Matthew Du Plessis - 13 Jul 2018

There have been many success stories in efforts to extend the human lifespan in the past 200 years

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Speak more than one language? This is what it does to your brain.

Article Staff Reporter - 29 May 2018

Speaking more than one language could lead to better tests scores and even being a more empathetic person.

Crowe Magnon misses the point

Article Staff Reporter - 2 Jul 2015

Actor Russell Crowe is grossly mistaken when he thinks that there are enough roles for older women if only they'd not want to play 21-year-olds.

Forever young no longer just a dream

Article Staff Reporter - 20 Mar 2015

American researchers think it will help to get rid of senescent cells, that were previously thought of as inert instead of trouble-causers.

Fancy some more T, vicar?

Article Staff Reporter - 4 Jul 2014

Testosterone may well help with male aging issues – if you don't mind the moobs.

DNA that sets your body clock

Article Staff Reporter - 24 Oct 2013

Scientists are finding that various parts of the human body wind down at different rates, writes Ian Sample.

What it feels like to be old

Article Staff Reporter - 12 Jul 2012

An innovative suit gives medical students an idea of what the elderly experience in their daily lives, writes Kate Connolly.

So how long will you live?

Article Staff Reporter - 14 Oct 2011

Far from presenting you with a fait accompli, the telomere test's value may lie in extending your life.

Too much TV may shorten your life

Article Staff Reporter - 30 Aug 2011

Watching too much television could shorten your life, a study suggests.

Warding off the effects of ageing through meditation

Article Staff Reporter - 13 May 2011

A study at a Buddhist retreat suggests eastern relaxation techniques can protect our chromosomes from degenerating.

Age shall not wither them

Article Staff Reporter - 29 Apr 2011

Don't give up on exercise -- it will keep your strength up in your twilight years, writes <b>Mandi Smallhorne</b>.

Erasing the signs of life

Article Staff Reporter - 8 Apr 2011

I have a wrinkle. I've come to terms with it. I made the unhappy discovery two weeks shy of my 31st birthday, writes <b>Nikiwe Bikitsha</b>.

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