Recent studies challenge the notion of radical life extension, suggesting we may be approaching biological limits. Analysis of mortality rates from 1990-2019 shows a slowdown in life expectancy growth across most populations. Only South Korea and Hong Kong briefly achieved the 0.3-year annual increase considered 'radical'. Experts estimate less than 15% of females and 5% of males may reach 100 years old this century without significant breakthroughs in aging biology. However, hope remains in emerging fields like geroscience and AI. As humans have historically overcome limits, the quest for extended lifespans continues, balancing scientific skepticism with technological optimism.
What is Future of Health?
Conversations about innovation, technology and (upcoming) change in health. A podcast by Lucien Engelen: Guiding toward a soft landing in the future of health(care). CEO Transform.Health, Global Strategist Digital Health. (You can also find a Dutch version of this podcast : Toekomstige Zorg)