Alzheimer Vaccine

The cure for Alzheimer's disease by a vaccine would be feasible, according to studies. The health of vaccinated patients showed a statistical improvement of their cognitive functions.

The idea is not new: in 1999, Dale Schenk, an American researcher, in the journal Nature a method for getting rid of the disease in mice. By immunizing against A-beta peptide transgenic mice that overexpress it comes to preventing the emergence of deposits among young animals and to limit and even reduce their extension in individuals older.

A first trial phase one in humans led to England is a success, the 80 patients treated with the support immunization and a quarter of them produce many antibodies. However, the follow-up is more mixed: while intracerebral amyloid deposits are less important, no effect on the intellectual deterioration has been proven.