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Alzheimer's Disease
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Preface
Introduction
The Impact of Alzheimer's Disease
Unraveling the Mystery
Part 1: A Walking Tour Through the Brain
Inside the Human Brain
Neurons and Their Jobs
Plaques and Tangles: The Hallmarks of AD
The Changing Brain in Alzheimer's Disease
Part 2: AD Research -- Finding New Answers and Asking Better Questions
The Search for Causes
Genetic Factors at Work in AD
New Techniques Help in Diagnosing AD
The Search for New Treatments
Improving Support for Families and Other Caregivers
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