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Scientists have long believed that longevity is shaped by lifestyle choices; however, a new study reveals that genes may play a larger role in determining how long people live.

The research, published in Science, argues that the true genetic contribution to the variation in human lifespan has been masked. A genetic contribution of 55% aligns far more closely with what has ...