r/science Feb 03 '25

Neuroscience Scientists discover that even mild COVID-19 can alter brain proteins linked to Alzheimer’s disease, potentially increasing dementia risk—raising urgent public health concerns.

https://www.imperial.ac.uk/news/260553/covid-19-linked-increase-biomarkers-abnormal-brain/
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u/avid-learner-bot Feb 03 '25

I've been following this topic closely and the findings are quite concerning. It's important for everyone to stay informed and take necessary precautions, especially given the potential long-term effects

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u/lukaskywalker Feb 03 '25

What can we do?

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u/Medeski Feb 03 '25

Mask up whenever going to public spaces. The government will not be taking any precautions during the next pandemic, and it seems like there is another pandemic right around the corner.

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u/Farquarz9 Feb 03 '25

What government are you talking about?

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u/Bignuka Feb 03 '25

Must likely they're talking about the u.s.a they're an administration that doesn't seem to care about science. Also rfk jr potential head of the u.s.a health services is an anti Vaxer

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u/Medeski Feb 03 '25

Yes. Sorry was in my US centric head when I answered.