Alzheimer’s May Be Transmissible, Study Suggests

Wednesday, October 5th, 2011

In some cases, Alzheimer’s disease may in fact be the result of an infection, and may be even be transmissible, a new study in mice suggests.

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Alzheimer’s may be infectious

Wednesday, October 5th, 2011

In some cases, Alzheimer’s disease may in fact be the result of an infection, and may be even be transmissible, a new study in mice suggests.

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New compound improves cognitive decline, symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease in rodents (Science Daily)

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

A fast-acting compound that appears to improve cognitive function impairments in mice similar to those found in patients with progressive Alzheimer’s disease has been identified by scientists. Researchers hope to one day replicate the result in humans.

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