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Understanding How Alzheimer’s Disease Leads to Death

The Progressive Destruction of Brain Cells Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that leads to the progressive destruction of brain cells, particularly those involved in memory and cognitive functions. The accumulation of toxic proteins such as beta-amyloid and tau in the brain causes damage and eventually leads to the death of brain cells. As a result, the brain shrinks and…