The science-fiction sounding prospect of such a jab capable of combating the 'internal enemies' of ageing could easily be dismissed as 'fantasy' according to a group of Israeli researchers.
READ MORE: Viruses in brain could trigger Alzheimer's after a blow to the headScientists say the prospect of an anti-ageing vaccine that could stave off age-related mental decline is 'closer than ever'.
Writing in the journal Neuron they said: 'It is exciting to envision an immune-targeting approach to reduce the threat from our internal enemies that cause our decline with ageing.They explained that with age, the immune system goes awry, which leads to increased inflammation in the body as well as a rise in what are called 'zombie' cells.
Scientists say the prospect of an anti-ageing vaccine that rejuvenate our brains and stave of the mental decline considered a herald of dementia is 'closer than ever'. Stock image Researchers also highlighted the possibility of using senolytics, a class of drugs that target zombie cells — which don't function properly — as another area of promise.
Read More The symptoms of dementia families are being urged to look out for this Christmas However, if people exhibit these signs for a few months, charities say it can be a sign of cognitive impairment.
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