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Aging Weakens Immunity. An mRNA Shot Turned Back the Clock in Mice. (singularityhub.com)

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An experimental mRNA treatment has converted the liver into an immune cell "nursery" that pumped out greater numbers of healthy T cells in mice. Since the immune system has a powerful effect on other things like organ health and inflammation, it is hoped that such a treatment in humans might significantly expand our "healthspan", keeping us healthier and more disease-free later in life.

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[–] adespoton@lemmy.ca 27 points 4 days ago (1 children)

At this point, it seems like we should have super mice that live forever; we seem to have cured all their issues, as well as a bunch they’ve never experienced in nature.

[–] Perspectivist@feddit.uk 1 points 4 days ago

Interestingly enough the vet has yet failed to treat any of my sick gerbils I've taken there and they've all died. Technically not a mouse but a mole but still.