Leqembi Clears 9 Brain Plaques in Texas Alzheimer’s Patient, Landing Her in National Campaign
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Updated · KSAT San Antonio · Aug 31
Leqembi Clears 9 Brain Plaques in Texas Alzheimer’s Patient, Landing Her in National Campaign
1 articles · Updated · KSAT San Antonio · Aug 31
Summary
Gail Youngdale’s latest scans show no amyloid plaque after she completed 18 Leqembi injections, according to her daughter, who said nine plaque spots once appeared in her brain.
Youngdale said she has regained most of her memory, though not all, and is now taking another medication after finishing the Leqembi course.
BrightFocus Foundation will feature her story in a national World Alzheimer’s Month campaign starting Sept. 1 to promote research into Alzheimer’s treatments and a cure.
Her family says daily life has shifted from the anxiety of her earlier decline to greater independence, with support from husband Phil Mercer as she continues treatment.