Embracing social connections has been a key factor in the longevity of the author's parents, who are both in their 90s. Despite not adhering to popular wellness trends, their warm interactions with strangers and active social lives have contributed significantly to their health and happiness.

• Benjamin Emanuel lived to 92 and Marsha is still thriving at 92, without meditation, step-tracking, or strict diets
• Their habit of warmly engaging strangers (patients, people met while traveling) seems to have been a bigger health factor than conventional wellness trends
• Emanuel, drawing on his own longevity research, argues casual social connection may matter more for health than diet or supplements

OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Health, a dedicated platform for users to discuss health-related topics with the AI. This feature aims to separate health conversations from regular chats and can integrate with wellness apps, while also addressing challenges in the healthcare system. However, OpenAI emphasizes that the tool is not intended for diagnosing or treating health conditions.

• OpenAI says 230 million users ask ChatGPT health-related questions every week.
• ChatGPT Health is a separate space for health conversations, distinct from regular chats.
• It can integrate with wellness apps to pull in personal health data.
• OpenAI stresses the tool is not meant to diagnose or treat medical conditions.