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Supercentenarians develop symptoms of degenerative diseases 20–30 years later than the general population.

This insight can help in understanding the aging process and developing interventions.

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They develop symptoms 20–30 years later.
Borut Poljšak et al. · Rejuvenation Research · 2021

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The claim is based on specific observations of supercentenarians.

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Nature Versus Nurture: What Can be Learned from the Oldest-Old's Claims About Longevity?

Borut Poljšak et al. · Rejuvenation Research · 2021

DOI 10.1089/rej.2020.2379

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