New Drug May Reduce Brain Cell Death In Alzheimer's Disease!

"One of the hallmark traits of Alzheimer's disease, a debilitating disorder marked by memory deficits and general cognitive decline, is the accumulation in the brain of a protein called b-amyloid. These proteins form "plaques" and bind to unique proteins on the surface of brain cells called receptors, causing widespread cell death. "

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Researchers discover drug that could combat brain cell death in those with Alzheimer's disease.
October 23, 2018 by Melinda Smith, University of California, Los Angeles .
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