Parental lifespan and the likelihood of reaching the age of 90 years in the Netherlands Cohort Study

Aim Growing evidence suggests an association between parental longevity and lifespan of subsequent generations. We aimed to reproduce earlier findings, showing a positive association between parental longevity and offspring's longevity. Additionally, we investigated whether this is mainly driven by the maternal or paternal germline in male and female offspring. Methods For these analyses, data from the oldest birth cohort (1916–17) of the Netherlands Cohort Study was used. Participants filled in a baseline questionnaire in 1986 (at age 68–70 years). Follow up for vital status information until... Mehr ...