Current Affairs/Science and Technology GS3 · Science and Technology25 Oct 2026 · The Hindu — Science & Tech
Episode 56 of Health Wrap delves into young onset Alzheimer's, cancer research controversy, and SMA treatment concerns
The episode discusses how Alzheimer’s disease can present in younger people, concerns about cancer research articles linked to suspected paper mills, and questions raised by families over a generic drug for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA)
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Prelims-testable facts
- 01Early-onset Alzheimer's disease can present in people under the age of 65.
- 02Cancer research paper mills have been linked to suspected fraudulent articles.
- 03Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a rare genetic disorder that affects muscle strength and movement.
- 04The Health Wrap Episode 56 discussed the challenges of accessing medicines for rare diseases like SMA.
- 05Early diagnosis is crucial in treating early-onset Alzheimer's disease.
- 06Credible evidence is essential in cancer research to prevent fraudulent paper mills.
Trap alerts
- Most people think Alzheimer's disease is only a concern for older adults, but actually it can affect people under 65.
- Most people think all cancer research is reliable, but actually some research paper mills have been linked to suspected fraudulent articles.
Prelims Practice MCQ
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How many people worldwide are living with dementia, with Alzheimer's disease being the most common form?
- A.40 million
- B.55 million
- C.60 million
- D.70 million
55 million people worldwide are living with dementia, with Alzheimer's disease being the most common form.
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