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Alzheimer’s and smoking genes suggest we’re still evolving

Alzheimer’s and smoking genes suggest we’re still evolving

5 September 2017

In the 20th century, people in the UK evolved to be less likely to smoke heavily and get Alzheimer’s, but the changes were subtle and may not last

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