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Stanford University

Secrets to Longevity - What We Can Learn from Asian American Aging

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Explore the secrets to longevity and healthy aging through the lens of Asian American populations in this 58-minute Stanford University lecture. Learn from Dr. Deborah Kado, a board-certified geriatrician and Professor of Medicine at Stanford who co-directs the Stanford Longevity Center, as she examines why some people live longer, healthier lives and the crucial roles that culture, lifestyle, and community play in the aging process. Discover research-backed insights into aging trends specific to Asian American communities and understand the key factors that contribute to healthy aging across different populations. Examine whether aging should be considered a disease and delve into the fields of geriatrics and gerontology to better understand the aging process. Investigate how precision health approaches can be tailored to different ethnic populations and their unique health profiles. Gain practical, evidence-based strategies for supporting better health and longevity at any age, drawing from both clinical insights and cutting-edge research. The presentation includes a comprehensive Q&A session where Dr. Kado addresses audience questions about aging, health disparities, and longevity strategies, making complex medical concepts accessible to a general audience interested in optimizing their health across the lifespan.

Syllabus

0:00 Introduction
2:20 Talk Overview
15:00 Geriatrics and Gerontology
17:37 Is aging a disease?
25:00 Aging as an Asian American
28:54 Precision Health
41:41 Healthy Longevity Strategies
43:44 Q&A

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Stanford Health Care

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