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The authors discuss the preclinical literature and emerging clinical evidence that support the rationale for investigating the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists to prevent and treat ...

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) held an open workshop on April 23 and 24, 2024 to evaluate the gap between the current understanding of Parkinson’s disease (PD) and ...

Antacids are over-the-counter drugs that help relieve symptoms of pain and discomfort caused by conditions such as heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Antacids ...