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July 12, 2012 5:35 AM

The FDA has approved a brain scan that might help in the difficult diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Jon LaPook speaks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the new scan, and the difficulties in diagnosing and treating the disease.

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