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Effects of treatment in mice (Left, no treatment; Right, IL-11 treatment)
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Turning off inflammatory protein extends healthy lifespan in mice
Scientists have discovered that ‘turning off’ a protein called IL-11 can significantly increase the healthy lifespan of mice by almost 25%.
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