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'Earlier damage to the brain': Researchers dive into dementia, Alzheimer's rates in the Rio Grande Valley
Summary by The Brownsville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jorge Vela , as published by ValleyCentral
· June 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is involved in this effort.
Researchers are investigating the high incidence of certain health issues in the region. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is involved in this effort. Health conditions prevalent in the area may be connected to the issue.
Scientists and medical professionals are studying the situation. Further information can be found through ValleyCentral, which has reported on the research being conducted at the UTRGV Institute of Neuroscience in Harlingen, Texas.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 11, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral ·
Reading time: 1 min
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