I think this is why studies looking at ways to promote lifespan beyond just treating disease are so important. And it seems like the medical and scientific community are coming around to the same idea.<p>A great example of the changing mindset in the scientific community is a new study on metformin to increase longevity.[0]<p>Given how low interest rates are and the profound savings from delaying senescence, it is a great fiscal opportunity for government research.<p>[0]<a href="https:&#x2F;&#x2F;clinicaltrials.gov&#x2F;ct2&#x2F;show&#x2F;NCT02432287" rel="nofollow">https:&#x2F;&#x2F;clinicaltrials.gov&#x2F;ct2&#x2F;show&#x2F;NCT02432287</a>