Scots scientists make breakthrough in neuro-degenerative treatment

Scientists are working on how to stop the spread of a toxic protein which kills the brain.

More than a million people across the UK live with neuro-degenerative conditions.

Now Edinburgh University scientists say they’ve made a significant breakthrough in slowing down and eventually stopping the progression of conditions like Alzheimer’s.

By working on how to stop the spread of a toxic protein which kills the brain, they’re hopeful it could help people with these diseases live better, for longer.

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