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New Alzheimer’s Info Gets Researchers Closer To Causes

Alzheimer's Association

Significant new research that may help researchers looking at the causes of Alzheimer’s Disease.

A new study has found 11 new genetic “areas of interest” that may contribute to late-onset Alzheimer’s. 

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month; Kay Redington, CEO of the Alzheimer's Association's Central and North Florida Chapter joined Melissa Ross for more on the research.

You can follow Melissa on Twitter @MelissainJax

Melissa Ross joined WJCT in 2009 with 20 years of experience in broadcasting, including stints in Cincinnati, Chicago, Orlando and Jacksonville. During her career as a television and radio news anchor and reporter, Melissa has won four regional Emmys for news and feature reporting.