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St. Louis School of Medicine: Neurons Help Flush Waste Out of Brain During Sleep
February 29, 2024
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Feb. 29 (TNSres) -- The Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine issued the following news release:

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Findings could lead to new approaches for Alzheimer's, other neurological conditions

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There lies a paradox in sleep. Its apparent tranquility juxtaposes with the brain's bustling activity. The night is still, but the brain is far from dormant. During sleep, brain cells produce bursts of electric . . .

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