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Meet Leon Wang, teen who found 2 drugs that may reduce Alzheimer's damage

A young student's research explored existing medicines for Alzheimer's disease protection. He identified two drugs, nintedanib and pirfenidone, showing protective effects in cell models. This drug repurposing approach offers a faster, less expensive research starting point. Wang's work highlights targeting APOE4 and brain blood vessel cell changes. His findings suggest further investigation into…

Meet Leon Wang, teen who found 2 drugs that may reduce Alzheimer's damage

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Japan PM Takaichi Says Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine Has Led to Better Sleep

Ken Namikawa, mayor of Tenri, Nara Prefecture, said Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told him at their meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office on Monday that she has been able to sleep better due to a…

  • Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi improved her sleep quality.
  • She consumes traditional Chinese herbal medicine before bed.
  • Takaichi previously shared limited sleep duration on social media.

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