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New Sleep Aid Shows Promise Against Alzheimer's in Mice

6/12/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Washington University reveals that the sleep aid lemborexant not only enhances sleep but also curbs tau protein accumulation in mice, offering hope against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. By focusing on tau alongside amyloid, researchers believe treatment outcomes could significantly improve. However, the neuroprotective benefits were noted solely in male mice, raising questions for future research.

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A groundbreaking study from Washington University reveals that the sleep aid lemborexant not only enhances sleep but also curbs tau protein accumulation in mice, offering hope against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. By focusing on tau alongside amyloid, researchers believe treatment outcomes could significantly improve. However, the neuroprotective benefits were noted solely in male mice, raising questions for future research.