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Blood marker from dementia research could help track aging across the animal world
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Blood marker from dementia research could help track aging across the animal world

The protein “neurofilament light chain” (NfL) – studied in humans in the context of neurodegenerative diseases and aging – is also detectable in the blood of numerous animals, and NfL levels increase with age in mice, cats, dogs, and horses. Experts from the DZNE and the Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research (HIH) at the University of Tübingen report these findings in the scientific journal “PLOS Biology”.

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Slow walking unveils shocking connection to dementia in aging dogs

Discover the intriguing findings of a study from North Carolina State University, revealing a connection between physical and mental decline in dogs. Learn how measuring gait speed in senior dogs can serve as a straightforward method to monitor their health and track neurological deterioration. Explore the implications for cognitive decline and the potential for a simple screening test in veterinary care.

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