24 Jan 2023

New drug could help you live longer

From Morning Report, 7:28 am on 24 January 2023

Scientists may have uncovered the secret to living longer.

A University of Auckland trial has shown how a drug called alpelisib - currently used to treat cancer - can increase the lifespan of mice by ten percent But there are some side effects which means human trials could be a while away.

Professor Peter Shepherd helped develop the trial. He spoke to Corin Dann.