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New Theory of Alzheimer's: Brain's Memory Center Is "Overworked"

Young adults with Alzheimer's genetic variant show increased brain activity. Explore insights and future possibilities for early detection and treatment.

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By Eliza Strickland
Apr 7, 2009 10:23 PMAug 21, 2023 6:40 PM
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Young adults with a genetic variant that increases their chance of developing Alzheimer's later in life also have increased activity in the section of their brain devoted to memory, a new study has found.

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