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I agree with this but it’s important to accept it’s not likely to happen in any of our lifetimes. There are multiple, probably independent outcomes of aging, fr
by foobiekr 5y ago
I agree with this but it’s important to accept it’s not likely to happen in any of our lifetimes. There are multiple, probably independent outcomes of aging, from basic stuff like joint wear to things like dementia, Parkinson’s, cancer, etc.
Even if we get to the point where we live longer - particularly delayed senescence - we will still have to confront all of those things and may just end up gaining a few years and increasing suicide as the main cause of death.
I love the idea and think it would be wonderful but I think we are woefully underestimating how hard it’s going to be to push things much beyond demonstrated lifespans.
At the same time I think that dramatically improving quality of life for age 50+ is very doable.