4 – Alzheimers

Using sophisticated techniques that scan the genomes of patients, researchers have found that a gene appears to either help protect against development of Alzheimer’s disease, or promote the disorder depending on the level of gene in the brain.

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Level of gene alters risk of Alzheimer’s disease, researchers find (Science Daily)

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