Friday, December 22, 2006

BBC NEWS | UK | Wales | Hopes for Alzheimer's treatment

BBC NEWS | UK | Wales | Hopes for Alzheimer's treatment: "Hopes for Alzheimer's treatment
Cell with Alzheimer's
Deposits of amyloid prevent the brain from functioning properly
Scientists at Cardiff University have developed a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease.

Researchers say they have created an antibody which could block the production of brain chemicals linked to the debilitating disease.

Dr Emma Kidd, who led the research team, said the results of the tests were 'highly encouraging'."

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