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Experimental Drug Shows Anti-Aging Effects

Salk Institute researchers have found that an experimental drug candidate aimed at combating Alzheimer's disease has a host of unexpected anti-aging effects in animals.

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Scientists Rejuvenate Mice with Gene Therapy

Researchers have countered age in mice by manipulating genes.

Using a process called cellular reprogramming, scientists also tested the method on human skin cells, which appeared to act young again.

According to the study's senior author, their research shows that aging may not proceed in a single direction.

To revert the affects of aging, the team triggered an expression of genes associated with an embryonic state.

The method rejuvenated mice with a premature aging disease and increased their...

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New Anti-Aging Drug Could Increase a Dog's Life

Scientists who study aging are currently riveted by a group of 20 dogs in Seattle. The dogs, all house pets older than six years old, are early test subjects in a trial of a drug called rapamycin. The way the drug works is not completely understood, but it's been used for years to prevent rejection of transplanted organs, and in laboratory studies, it's lengthened the life spans of diverse species: worms, fruit flies, and mice. If it works in dogs, healthy human volunteers will be the next...

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Beauty Secrets From Down Under

Australia is host to a treasure trove of beauty secrets. Here are some of their most beloved skincare products that are guaranteed to make you look flawless. One thing Aussies swear by is emu oil, which supposedly reduces swelling and quickly heals minor infections. One downside is that it has a very distinct, strong smell. Kaolin clay is another standby, often used in powder form to reduce visible oiliness in skin. Rosehip oil, especially Miranda Kerr's brand, is a beauty insider secret for...

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The World's First Anti-Ageing Drug

The world's first anti-ageing drug will be tested on humans next year in trials which could result in people being able to live healthily well into their 120s.

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Former Florida Clinic Owner Faces Sentencing in Baseball Doping Case

The owner of a Florida business at the heart of a steroid scandal that led to the suspension of Major League Baseball star Alex Rodriguez faces up to about four years in prison when he is sentenced on Tuesday for supplying performance-enhancing drugs. Anthony Bosch, 51, pleaded guilty in October to conspiring to distribute testosterone. The owner of the now-defunct anti-aging BioGenesis clinic is asking for a judge to cut prosecutors' recommendation by six months, noting in court filings that...

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Drugstore Cure For Acne?

The FDA has recently approved an over the counter drug called adapalene .1% gel Differin. The drug will be the first potent retinoid of its kind to be sold for acne, wrinkles, sun damage, enlarged pores, and stretch marks. The drug can be purchased by those over the age of 12, and has been shown to increase skin cell turnover and to stimulate collagen synthesis. Within a month of diligent Differin use, patients can expect an improvement in fine lines, dark spots, texture, and...

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