Healthspan News
David Watumull discusses heart health, inflammation, and hs-CRP testing on Hawaii Public Radio
Lokahi Longevity co-founder David Watumull was invited to appear on Hawaii Public Radio’s “The Conversation” to discuss hs-CRP testing, inflammation, and cardiovascular risk. In the interview, Watumull explained why inflammation deserves attention alongside LDL cholesterol, how hs-CRP testing relates to heart attack and stroke risk, and why Lokahi helped make the test available in Hawaii through a local diagnostic laboratory for $20.50.
Lokahi Longevity backs American College of Cardiology call for universal cardiovascular inflammation screening
Lokahi Longevity has launched a program advocating universal hs-CRP testing to assess cardiovascular inflammation risk, as called for by the American College of Cardiology’s recent Scientific Statement. This simple blood test helps assess the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), such as heart attack and stroke independent of LDL cholesterol.
Honolulu Magazine spotlights Dr. Robert Peterson on prevention, screening, and the real work of longevity
Honolulu Magazine’s “The Quest for Longevity” examines how people in Hawai‘i are thinking about longer, healthier lives, with a focus on movement, nutrition, purpose, social connection, genetics, and preventive care. The article includes perspective from Lokahi Longevity Chief Medical Officer Robert Peterson, MD, who shared how preventive screening helped reveal serious heart disease despite his active lifestyle and lack of obvious cardiac risk factors.
Lokahi Longevity Expands Scientific Advisory Board to Advance Hawaii Healthspan Corridor
Lokahi Longevity has expanded its Scientific Advisory Board, welcoming two renowned healthcare innovators—Jack Lewin, MD, and Valter Longo, PhD—to join existing members. This strategic move reinforces the company’s mission to establish Hawaii as a leading global hub for groundbreaking longevity research and healthspan interventions in support of the visionary Hawaii Healthspan Corridor initiative.
Lokahi Longevity's Chief Medical Officer publishes bestselling guide on preventing “Black Swan” health catastrophes
A "black swan" represents an unpredictable and rare event with severe consequences. Within the realm of health, this concept embodies unforeseen catastrophic occurrences like heart attacks, strokes, or cancer.
Lokahi Longevity launches Hawaii clinic to slow aging and detect hidden health threats
Hello world! Lokahi Longevity, a pioneering longevity science company, has launched its flagship clinic in Honolulu, Hawaii. Founded by a team of scientists, physicians and longevity experts, Lokahi Longevity is not your typical anti-aging clinic. It offers a unique, science-backed approach to extending healthspan and optimizing well-being that focuses on measurable results.