Does family genes have anything to do with how long you live?

Question: Does family genes have anything to do with how long you live!?
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well if your family has diseases they could be passed down!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

Yes and no!.Depends on lifestyle,health,diet,exercise,smoking etc!.But family genes do play a part in longevity!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

My great grandfather died aged 63, as did my grandfather!. My father is 60 and not at all well for the most time!. I am 42 and thinking of retiring next week before I miss life!.Www@QuestionHome@Com