There are several recent articles about the "good news/bad news" of senescent cells. While they promote inflammation, they also can slow the spread of cancer and other diseases https://www.alzheimers.gov/news/does-cellular-senescence-hold-secrets-healthier-aging If the inflammation can be slowed, an anti-cancer agent? Those who have survived into their 80s are known to be less prone to cancer...senescent cells, not survivor bias.