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LONDON (Reuters) - A large number of Britons would be
prepared to give up sex if it meant they would live to
be 100, according to a survey Friday.

The Mori research found that 40 percent would pass on
the passion for longevity, although far more women (48
percent) were willing to make the sacrifice than men
(31 percent).

However nearly all (94 percent) would not give up
their friends or family in order to reach their
century while a half thought scientists should keep
trying to prolong people's lifespans.

Private health care provider BUPA commissioned the
survey as part of a debate on the implications of an
aging population.

"Britain is facing an aging time bomb with major
challenges presented by retirement, the desire to live
longer and the increasing burden of caring for older
people," said Andrew Vallance-Owen, BUPA's medical director.

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