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How was the connection between Down's syndrome and Alzheimer's disease made?

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How was the connection between Down's syndrome and Alzheimer's disease made?

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Researchers have known for a long time that Alzheimer's disease and Down syndrome are linked. In this video, HealthMaker William Mobley, MD, PhD, describes the finding that solidified the connection and how it will impact future research.

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