Just so you know

… Religion’s unseen effects on the elderly ... and everyone else - Deseret News. (Hat tip, Tim Davis.)

Science has proven regular religious service adds six years to the average lifespan. Meaningful social connections strongly correlate with improved quality and length of life, and the same goes for engaging in serving others. Feeling connected to ancestors, descendants and to family generally is another silver bullet for improving quality and length of life. No government program can rival the mental and physical benefits that church and family offer all ages in experiencing personal connectedness and meaningful service.