China Alzheimer's Approval Raises Hope But Also Questions

While the approval in China of a novel algae-derived drug for Alzheimer's appears to be a breakthrough, it has also left some wondering about long-term efficacy and the reasons for the apparent rush to grant the clearance ahead of a major pending filing for the disease in the US.

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