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A common osteoporosis drug blocked spinal damage in a surprising new study

Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily·November 15, 2026

Scientists have uncovered a surprising genetic connection to spinal degeneration and found that an existing osteoporosis drug can prevent damaging mineral buildup in zebrafish spines. The discovery could pave the way for new treatments that slow or prevent a major cause of chronic back pain.

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