Newly discovered mechanism can explain increased risk of dementia

(Karolinska Institutet) Millions of people around the world use acid suppressants called proton pump inhibitors for conditions like heartburn, gastritis and stomach ulcers. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden now report that how the long-term use of these drugs could increase the risk of developing dementia. Their results are published in the journal Alzheimer's& Dementia.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news