Viagra may reduce dementia risk by improving brain blood flow

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A groundbreaking trial by the University of Oxford found that Viagra can significantly increase blood flow in the brain's small vessels, potentially preventing vascular dementia. In a three-week study with 75 participants, Viagra showed improved blood flow with fewer side effects compared to other drugs. Published in Circulation Research, this study could lead to new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Alastair Webb highlights the drug's potential in preventing dementia.


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