A study of mice suggests light therapy could be useful in treating Alzheimer’s disease
Dr. Heather Ferris at UVA’s School of Medicine reports mice with Alzheimer’s disease have more light-sensitive cells in their eyes, and that could disrupt their waking and sleeping cycles, taking a toll on mental function. (Credit: UVA)
Scientists at the University of Virginia report an intriguing discovery with regard to Alzheimer’s disease. Sensitivity to light may throw off patients’ natural waking and sleeping cycles, making it more difficult for the brain to function. Sandy Hausman has that story.
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