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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Science
Vishwam Sankaran

This early Alzheimer’s sign could be hiding in your routine scans, scientists say

Changes to tiny structures in the brain that can be detected in MRI scans could serve as a potential early indicator of Alzheimer’s, a new study suggests.

Alzheimer’s dementia progressively worsens as patients experience memory decline, loss of ability to pay attention, ultimately leading to their diminished daily functioning.

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