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Chinese Study Links Cancer Protein to Reduced Alzheimer's Risk

2/8/2026

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Chinese researchers report that cystatin C secreted by peripheral tumor cells reduces amyloid plaque burden and improves cognition in mouse models of Alzheimer's.
The finding suggests patients with a history of cancer may be less likely to develop Alzheimer's.
The study, published in Cell, was conducted by scientists at Huazhong University of Science and Technology in Wuhan.
The work offers insights into cancer neuroscience and potential Alzheimer's therapies.

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Chinese researchers report that cystatin C secreted by peripheral tumor cells reduces amyloid plaque burden and improves cognition in mouse models of Alzheimer's.
The finding suggests patients with a history of cancer may be less likely to develop Alzheimer's.
The study, published in Cell, was conducted by scientists at Huazhong University of Science and Technology in Wuhan.
The work offers insights into cancer neuroscience and potential Alzheimer's therapies.