Aging and the Ethics of Longevity Science
Aging and the Ethics of Longevity Science examines the ethical and societal questions raised by efforts to slow biological aging and extend healthspan. The book considers health disparities, planetary health, ageism, women’s wellbeing, and the balance between living well and having a good death.
At a glance
- Discusses the ethical and societal implications of population aging and longevity science.
- Explores rate control, healthspan, and morbidity alongside questions about aging interventions.
- Addresses health disparities, environmental exposures, ageism, planetary health, and women’s wellbeing.
- Advocates an ethical approach attentive to both a good life and a good death.
Reference price: $105.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- Connects longevity science with practical social concerns, including unequal health outcomes and environmental exposures.
- The scope encompasses both non-pharmacological approaches and potential drug interventions without presenting longevity science as only a medical issue.
- Includes questions about gendered differences in health and longevity.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | August 21, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 360 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 019783003X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0197830031 |
| Dimensions | 5.96 x 1.27 x 8.28 inches |
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| Weight listed | 1.1 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in bioethics, aging, and the societal consequences of longevity research.
- Students and readers exploring health disparities, ageism, or the ethics of biomedical science.
- Those seeking a critical discussion of healthspan and aging interventions rather than a how-to longevity program.
Less suited to
- Readers looking primarily for personal anti-aging routines, treatment recommendations, or a clinical guide to using longevity drugs.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does this book cover?
It examines the ethical and societal implications of longevity science, including health disparities, planetary health, ageism, and women’s wellbeing.
Is this a practical guide to longevity treatments?
The supplied description presents an ethical analysis of aging science and interventions, including potential drugs and non-pharmacological approaches. It does not describe a personal treatment or dosing guide.
What is the book’s central ethical perspective?
The description says Colin Farrelly favors a pragmatic approach to longevity science that takes social challenges seriously and considers both living well and having a good death.
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