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Mifepristone: Popular abortion drug shows surprising potential to extend life

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Scientists say mifepristone, used in cancer and reproductive care, could pave the way for anti-aging treatments.

The drug is best known for its use for ending early pregnancies.

It is also used to treat Cushing ’s disease and certain cancers.

Researchers focused on mitophagy to understand how the drugs might extend lifespan.

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formal

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English

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