I think that&#x27;s backward. Its <i>shortened</i> teleomeres that are linked to cell malfunction? Elongation is the supposed cure. Or is there a syndrome where cancerous cells keep lengthening theirs?<p>Ah I see the article mentions this. But years ago it was understood that cancerous cells originally happened because of damage from short teleomeres? That end-of-life cells would divide badly and malfunction, sometimes by reproducing endlessly.<p>So its a matter of timing? Young people want to keep their teleomeres long; but if you <i>get</i> cancerous cells then you want to clip them all. Sadly, that means end-of-life for the rest of your body. But no more cancer.