Repurposing verapamil for prevention of cognitive decline in sporadic Alzheimer 's disease

摘要

Dementia is currently the only leading cause of death that is still on the rise,with its overall costs already surpassing those of cancer and heart disease combined,it has developed into a worldwide crisis.In response to its serious and far-reaching effects,the US government has established the"National Alzheimer's Project Act"(Public Law 111-375).