SCOTTISH SCIENTISTS IN BREAKTHROUGH ON DANGER GENES
SCOTTISH scientists have made a breakthrough that could see people undergo “genetic testing” to see if they will develop illnesses such as cancer or Parkinson’s disease in later life.
The Truth About the Health Benefits of Tea
The way scientific studies and health gurus alike have touted the perks of tea over the past few years, you’d think the stuff was some kind of all-powerful magical elixir. Improving heart health, reducing cancer risk, warding off dementia and diabetes — there’s barely a health benefit that hasn’t been credited to tea.
No extra restless legs syndrome in Parkinson’s
Contrary to previous findings, a new study hints that restless legs syndrome, or RLS, is not more common in people with early Parkinson’s disease.
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NIH-funded twin study finds occupational chemical exposure may be linked to Parkinson’s risk
A new research report contributes to the increasing evidence that repeated occupational exposure to certain chemical solvents raises the risk for Parkinson’s disease. Researchers analyzed the occupational histories of twins in which one of the pair developed the neurodegenerative disorder, and assessed that twin’s likelihood of exposure to six chemicals previously linked to Parkinson’s.
Parkinsonian Worms May Hold the Key to Identifying Drugs for Parkinson’s Disease
Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have devised a simple test, using dopamine-deficient worms, for identifying drugs that may help people with Parkinson’s disease.
New Parkinson’s therapies aim to halt disease, not just symptoms
The introduction of levadopa therapy more than 40 years ago marked a milestone in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. The dopamine replacement drug helps control the motor symptoms associated with the neurodegenerative disease, but it does not prevent the further loss of dopamine-producing neurons, so researchers have been on the hunt for more neuroprotective treatment options.
Nutrition for Parkinson’s Disease
Constipation, urinary tract infections (UTIs), thinning bones, and unexplained weight loss are all common in persons with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Preventing or managing these conditions can be accomplished through proper hydration and nutritional intake.
Focus on ‘invisible’ Parkinson’s symptoms
Tremors are perhaps the most well known symptom associated with Parkinson’s disease (PD). However, a new campaign is aiming to raise awareness of some of the lesser known symptoms associated with this condition.
New class of Canine Partners
The dogs assist people in Chester County who have mobility or balance issues stemming from a variety of ailments, including muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, multiple sclerosis, ALS, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy and even autism.
