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Medicine's Austin Kennemer researches the importance of immediate treatment for brain injuries

Media | December 02, 2025 | Story by: Editorial Staff

Immediate treatment for traumatic brain injuries linked to lower risk for Alzheimer's disease

Medical Xpress: Austin Kennemer, lead author and third-year medical student, found that treatment within a week of a brain injury significantly reduced the risk of Alzheimer's disease and other cognitive disorders. "Our analysis shows that acting quickly matters in the long term," said Kennemer.

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