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EXPLAINER: New drug slows Alzheimer's but comes with caveats

Por: Associated Press Health January 07, 2023

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WASHINGTON (AP) — A new Alzheimer’s drug is hitting the market — the first with clear-cut evidence that it can slow, by several months, the mind-robbing disease.It’s a long-needed new treatment, but experts also are voicing a lot of caution: The drug isn’t a cure, it’s only intended for early-stage patients, requires IV doses every two weeks, and comes with some safety concerns. It’s not even clear just how noticeable that will be... + full article



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