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23 Oct 2024

Rejection of drug a blow for Australians living with Alzheimer’s disease

Health, Medicine

A new treatment for people living with the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment has been rejected by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).

With Dementia becoming the leading cause of death in Australia, it’s disappointing news for those impacted by Alzheimers.

Guest: Dr Kaele Stokes is Dementia Australia’s Executive Director – Services, Advocacy & Research.

Presenter: Warren Andrew.

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Fashion & Beauty, Popular Culture, Society & Culture

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Consumer Affairs, Finance, Law, Personal Safety, Society & Culture

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