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  "title": "A drug already used for osteoporosis blocked spinal damage in a new study",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/06/a-drug-already-used-for-osteoporosis-blocked-spinal-damage-in-a-new-223158",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-08-06T09:50:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ScienceDaily",
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    "url": "https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260806051943.htm"
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  "summary": "Genetic changes may set off a chain reaction that causes the spine’s natural shock absorbers to harden and deteriorate. Zebrafish with a faulty collagen-related gene developed mineral buildup and spinal fusion similar to human disc disease. Researchers were able to reduce the damage using an existing osteoporosis drug and by targeting fat metabolism. The discovery points to several exciting…",
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        "title": "A drug already used for osteoporosis blocked spinal damage in a new study",
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        "published": "2026-08-06T09:50:21.000Z"
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