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Gene that’s usually bad news loses its punch if you live to your 90s

October 25, 2012 by

A gene linked to the risk of developing Alzheimer's, heart disease and diabetes becomes less important to quality of life once people hit their 90s, a new study shows. At that point, good friends and a positive attitude have a bigger impact, the researchers say.

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