I am a healthy 71 year old male i notice in the past few years, when i get a cut it takes twice as long to heal as it used to. is this an age thing?

Age = big factor: As we get older, the cells/organs don't regenerate as quick as when we were in the growing stage of life. Adults produce much less growth hormones and other substances. As a result, injury will ]take longer and longer to heal. Also, blood supply is somewhat reduced due to narrowing of vessels etc...Which may play a role..Do the best you can, stay active/healthy. Consult doc regularly.. Good luck.

Possible: It is possibly related to age but is also influenced by nutritional status as well as other conditions such as cardiovascular health and diabetes to name a few. It is probably reasonable to see a physician for a history and physical if you have not done so in the past 5 years.