History

Martha Lillard, the last US polio patient to use an iron lung, passed away at age 78 in Oklahoma. Her death marks the end of an era in polio treatment history.

• AgeVibrant Team
• July 12, 2026

Genetic analysis confirms that plague was affecting humans around 5,500 years ago, reshaping understanding of early disease impacts on ancient populations.

• AgeVibrant Team
• June 18, 2026

In 1921, a Warsaw police officer was documented wearing experimental body armor, marking an early attempt at protective gear for law enforcement.

• AgeVibrant Team
• May 20, 2026

An analysis of Hollywood’s portrayal of weather and weathermen, highlighting the contrast between cinematic stereotypes and real-world challenges.

• AgeVibrant Team
• May 15, 2026