Exercise can extend survival even in 'oldest old'

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Courtesy Headlines from the Associated Press  Mon, 09/14/2009 - 14:03

CHICAGO (AP) -- Even in the "oldest old," a little physical activity goes a long way, extending life by at least a few years for people in their mid- to late 80s, Israeli researchers found....


 

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