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Hope for new Alzheimer's treatment from findings on brain iron levels

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Melbourne researchers are hoping a new therapy can slow, and possibly stop, the progression of the prolific Alzheimer's disease of the brain. The scientists say their research has identified a link between elevated iron levels in the brain and the likelihood of developing the disease.


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Melbourne researchers are hoping a new therapy can slow, and possibly stop, the progression of the prolific Alzheimer's disease of the brain. The scientists say their research has identified a link between elevated iron levels in the brain and the likelihood of developing the disease.


 Image: Scientists have found a link between high iron levels in the brain and Alzheimer's (AAP)


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