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General · 20 May 2026

Oxford Project finds individuals control 80% of old age health.

Oxford Project finds individuals control 80% of old age health.

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People could have more control over ageing than many believe, according to researchers studying health in later life. A report from the Oxford Longevity Project said individuals are responsible for at least 80% of poor health in old age, though several public health experts criticised the claim as too narrow. Sir Christopher Ball, aged 91, said the estimate might even reach 90%.

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