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May 23, 2019

Purging failed brain insulation cells lessened damage, improved cognition in Alzheimer's mouse model

May 16, 2019

Alzheimer's in extended family members increased risk of disease, study shows

April 30, 2019

Guidelines proposed for newly defined Alzheimer's-like brain disorder

April 26, 2019

Physical activity and motor ability associated with better cognition in older adults, even with dementia

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Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet

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This 4-minute video shows how Alzheimer’s affects the human brain and looks at promising ideas to treat and prevent the disease.

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