Key mechanisms behind synapse degeneration in Alzheimer’s brain discovered

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Neurobiologists have uncovered the long-sought-after mechanisms behind the maintenance and decline of key synapses implicated in brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers identified the main components driving amyloid beta-associated synapse degeneration, which is found in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s. The findings suggest an alternative approach to addressing neurodegenerative disorders: protect synapses by directly blocking the toxic actions of amyloid beta.

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YES new drug approved for Alzheimer’s

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Truly great news today, the new drug Aducanumab has been approved by the FDA for use in early Alzheimer’s cases.

The drug was developed for patients with mild cognitive impairment, not severe dementia, and intended to slow progression of Alzheimer’s disease — not just ease symptoms.

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Finally a cure?

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A drug called aducanumab could become the first approved treatment designed to alter the course of Alzheimer’s disease rather than relieve symptoms.

But it’s unclear whether the Food and Drug Administration will approve the drug because of persistent questions about its effectiveness.

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