Get the latest Science News and Discoveries

This Gene Is Linked to Lower Alzheimer's Risk – And We May Finally Know Why


There's something special about the APOE2 variant of the APOE (apolipoprotein E) gene: People who carry it tend to live longer, and they have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

None

Get the Android app

Or read this on Science Alert

Read more on:

Photo of Risk

Risk

Photo of gene

gene

Photo of lower alzheimer

lower alzheimer

Related news:

News photo

Scientists found a smarter Mediterranean diet that slashes diabetes risk by 31%

News photo

How childhood maltreatment increases risk of later domestic abuse - EurekAlert!

News photo

Research alert: Poor sleep tied to Alzheimer’s risk in older women - EurekAlert!