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- How researchers are making do in the time of Covid – Ars TechnicaHow researchers are making do in the time of Covid Ars Technica ... read more
- New Year’s Resolutions 2021 for People with Parkinson’s
I believe we can and we will make a difference. You. Me. Us. …. Parkinson’s has been with us 203 years, now it’s our time to shake Parkinson’s once and for all.Larry Gifford As we say goodbye – and good riddance – to 2020, here are a few New Years resolutions for the coming year. Join PD Avengers ... read more - Former KHOU reporter Dan Lauck dies after battle with Parkinson’s disease – KHOU.com
- Researchers in San Antonio discover how alcohol limits the ability to pay attention – KSAT San Antonio
- Brief Report: Social Isolation and Loneliness are Risk Factors for Worsening Parkinson’s Symptoms“A person is a person through other persons; you can’t be human in isolation; you are human only in relationships.” Desmond Tutu “There is a difference between solitude and isolation. One is connected and one isn’t. Solitude replenishes, isolation diminishes.” Henry Cloud Précis: Humans need ... read more
- Good Riddance 2020So far, 2020 is like looking both ways before you cross the street then getting hit by an airplane.” —Unknown The year started out so promising. We started with our 2020 vision glasses on New Year’s Eve, looking forward to what appeared to be a very good year. We were going to Hawaii in two weeks, visiting our Chicago children ... read more
- COVID-19 Coronavirus Survivors Are Getting Parkinson’s Symptoms Too – The Daily BeastCOVID-19 Coronavirus Survivors Are Getting Parkinson's Symptoms Too The Daily Beast ... read more
- ‘Fight of my life’: Man takes up bodybuilding after Parkinson’s diagnosis – SBS News
- Tomato engineered to produce Parkinson’s disease drug – Tech ExploristTomato engineered to produce Parkinson’s disease drug Tech Explorist ... read more
- Ask the Parkinson’s Expert – Sleep Strategies with Davis Phinney
In this video, Davis Phinney discusses how sleep is impacted by Parkinson’s, strategies for hydrating early in the day to minimize nighttime trips to the bathroom, how exercise helps him sleep well, meditation and deep-breathing routines that work well for him, and more.
You can watch the video below. Topics and Resources discussed in this episode Deep ... read more
- Dave Clark insists he made the ‘right decision’ to retire from TV broadcasting at Sky Sports – Sky Sports
- Tomatoes Offer Affordable Source of Parkinson’s Disease DrugGenetically modified tomatoes enriched with L-DOPA may become a new and more affordable source for the essential Parkinson's disease drug. ... read more
- Ask the Parkinson’s Expert – Everyday Habits to Live Well with Davis Phinney
In this interview, Davis Phinney talks about the power of positive affirmation, the “zen of vacuuming,” how to see tasks as treats instead of chores, and more.
You can watch the video below. Additional Resources to Help You live well with Parkinson’s every day We Can Choose how We Live with Parkinson’s The Happy Heart: Cultivating Optimism, ... read more
- Ask the Parkinson’s Expert – Pain and Exercise with Davis PhinneyIn this video, Davis Phinney shares how certain exercises (such as yoga, tai chi, boxing warm-ups, and more) can help you manage and mitigate the pain that sometimes accompanies Parkinson’s. He also explains how to find the balance between too much and too little exercise; how to strengthen your core, flexibility, and balance control; and how to find a sustainable ... read more
- Diagnosing Parkinson’s disease with “a simple picture of the eye”Researchers in the US are investigating whether an eye exam which uses artificial intelligence technology could help early diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. As part of a new study, the researchers used the technology to analyse pictures of the eye and were able to identify those with Parkinson’s disease, with the key marker of the condition being smaller blood vessels. Maximillian ... read more
- The drug development pipeline for Parkinson’s
- The drug development pipeline for Parkinson’s# # # # For a long time a regular request from SoPD readers has been to provide an overview of the clinical trial landscape for Parkinson’s, particularly in the area of drug development. Such projects are difficult, however, as the landscape is broad and dynamic – lots of different approaches being applied and new entrants continually entering ... read more
- Monthly Research Review – November 2020 At the end of each month the SoPD writes a post which provides an overview of some of the major pieces of Parkinson’s-related research that were made available during November 2020. The post is divided into seven parts based on the type of ... read more
- What’s New in Parkinson’s: November 2020Winter is coming, and so are new technologies, treatments, and studies about Parkinson’s. Here are some of the most important articles, podcasts, research, and living well stories that hit the news this month. Let us know if we missed anything important. Happy reading! PARKINSON’S ARTICLES AND PODCASTS A study published in the journal Brain shows that dopamine systems are ... read more
- Parkinson’s disease is also present in the bloodParkinson's disease involves monocytic alterations in the blood. The cells have reduced viability and are unresponsive to specific stimuli, which could have relevant consequences for the progression of Parkinson's. Immune modulation medications may be a new treatment option to inhibit neurodegeneration associated with PD. ... read more
- Monthly Research Review – September 2019 At the end of each month the SoPD writes a post which provides an overview of some of the major pieces of Parkinson’s-related research that were made available during September 2019. The post is divided into seven parts based on the type of research: ... read more
- The Practical Matter of Carrying Medication for Treating Parkinson’s“Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life.” Golda Meir “Start where you are, use what you have.” Arthur Ashe Introduction: Within 24 hours of arriving in Kyoto, Japan for the World Parkinson Congress (June 2019), I was asked by several people, “How did I pack and carry my medication ... read more
- NIH Bets $20 Million Music Can Heal Our Brains – Forbes
- Treating Parkinson’s by restoring a waste-clearing mechanism – FierceBiotechTreating Parkinson's by restoring a waste-clearing mechanism FierceBiotech ... read more
- Common nutrient supplementation may hold the answers to combating Alzheimer’s disease – Science Daily
- PublicationsA healthy diet and regular physical activity are important for managing Parkinson’s symptoms, maintaining overall health and preventing other serious illnesses. Our guidelines, developed by our medical advisory board, are a good place to start learning about healthy eating and exercise for Parkinson’s. Download the publications below to learn more. Nutrition for Parkinson’s Download our nutrition ... read more
- Parkinson’s I Accept, Denied Treatment I CannotPhoto courtesy of Adaptive Training Foundation ... read more
- Common nutrient supplementation may hold the answers to combating Alzheimer’s disease – Science Daily
- Shoe laser to ‘unfreeze’ people with Parkinson’s wins €1 million prize – Optics.org
- Novel DBS Benefits Parkinson’s Patients Over Two YearsA rechargeable deep brain stimulator with a multicontact lead allowing precise current targeting shows sustained benefit in a large proportion of patients with Parkinson's, in 2-year INTREPID results. Medscape Medical News ... read more
- Scientists find potential diagnostic tool, treatment for Parkinson’s disease – Stanford Medical Center ReportScientists find potential diagnostic tool, treatment for Parkinson's disease Stanford Medical Center Report ... read more
- How and why does Parkinson’s disease effect women and men differently?Study highlights the role estrogen plays in the differences in the progression of Parkinson's disease between men and women. ... read more
- $3M grant awarded to study aerobic exercise as Parkinson’s treatment – Utah Pulse
- Guns Healing Through Gun Therapy – Guns.comGuns Healing Through Gun Therapy Guns.comShakey Dave is on a new mission to spread the word on a concept he uses to battle the everyday symptoms of Parkinson's Disease -- Gun Therapy. ... read more
- Neuroscientist awarded $2.9M NIH grant to improve Parkinson’s disease treatmentMANHASSET, N.Y., Sept. 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research Professor David Eidelberg, MD, has received a five-year, $2.9 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to support his research in developing a way to delay or prevent negative ... read more
- Multimodal Balance Training Improves Freezing of Gait in PDMultimodal balance training with rhythmic cues improved balance and freezing of gait with persistent benefit in Parkinson's patients, a well-controlled study has shown. Medscape Medical News ... read more
- A new reason to hate mosquitos? Theories of viral agents as possible causal (or influencing) factors in Parkinson’s have long existed. This week a research team from Colorado in the USA published a new report demonstrating that mice infected with a mosquito-borne alphavirus (called Western equine encephalitis virus) develop Parkinson’s-like ... read more
- Walking patterns can identify dementia typePeople with two common types of dementia, Lewy body dementia, and Alzheimer's disease, have unique walking patterns. The gait type signals subtle differences between the two disorders. Those with Lew body dementia change their steps more, varying the step time and length. They also display more asymmetry in movement compared to those with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers say gait could be ... read more
- Michael J. Fox Foundation Announces $10-million “Ken Griffin Alpha-synuclein Imaging Competition” Spurring Development of Critical and Elusive Research Tool for Parkinson’s Disease – BioSpaceMichael J. Fox Foundation Announces $10-million 'Ken Griffin Alpha-synuclein Imaging Competition' Spurring Development of Critical and Elusive Research Tool for Parkinson's Disease BioSpaceNEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) announces the 'Ken Griffin ... read more
- Are videogames the future of Parkinson’s disease diagnosis? – EuronewsAre videogames the future of Parkinson's disease diagnosis? EuronewsIn our latest episode of Futuris, we see if apps and video games help in the treatment and early diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease? In Northern Greece, one ... read more
- Michael J. Fox Foundation Announces $10-million “Ken Griffin Alpha-synuclein Imaging Competition” Spurring Development of Critical and Elusive Research Tool for Parkinson’s DiseaseNEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) announces the 'Ken Griffin Alpha-synuclein Imaging Competition,' a $10-million program to develop a groundbreaking tool for Parkinson's research: an imaging tracer to visualize ... read more
- French researchers build massive new scanner to tackle brain diseaseFrench researchers are developing what they say is the most powerful Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner in the world which will use a supermagnet the weight of a blue whale and should allow earlier diagnosis of diseases such as Parkinson's. ... read more
- High Intensity Interval Training May Elevate Serum BDNF Levels in Parkinson’s Disease Patients – BenzingaHigh Intensity Interval Training May Elevate Serum BDNF Levels in Parkinson's Disease Patients BenzingaNICE, France, Sept. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) may elevate serum BDNF levels in idiopathic Parkinson's disease ... read more
- Get Out Your Ping-Pong Paddles!The first ever Parkinson’s World Table Tennis Championship, approved by the International Table Tennis Federation, will take place October 11-13, 2019, at the Westchester Table Tennis Center in Pleasantville, NY, just north of New York City. So far, players are coming from the following countries and regions: BrazilDenmarkCroatiaGermanyJapanSwedenSingaporeSwitzerlandCanadaPuerto RicoPortugalColombiaUSAIndiaNetherlandsEcuadorJordanEnglandFor further details, click here and/or here! Registration closed on Sept. 10 ... read more
- The 12 year old with a rare form of Parkinson’s – SciTech EuropaThe 12 year old with a rare form of Parkinson's SciTech EuropaEffecting around 100 people worldwide, Aromatic Amino Acid Decarboxylase Deficiency is an incredibly rare form of Parkinson's found in children. ... read more
- RBD: A Potential Prodromal Marker of Parkinson’sMost of the content we create is for people who have already been diagnosed with Parkinson’s. However, we often receive questions from people who don’t have Parkinson’s but worry they might one day. For example, we recently received a question from someone we believe needed a more thoughtful response than he was given by his doctor. Our reader’s question touches ... read more
- Punching Out Parkinson’s – NBC New YorkPunching Out Parkinson's NBC New YorkBen visits the Parkinson's Boxing Class at Title Boxing Club, a program inspired by one of the members from several years ago who had Parkinson's and wanted ... read more
- From Prostates to Parkinson’sChinese researchers in collaboration with scientists from the University of Iowa have today published new research suggesting that a drug, called Terazosin - which is used to treat enlarged prostates and high blood pressure - could be a useful drug to re-purpose for Parkinson's. The researchers found that Terazosin could boost the the levels of Adenosine Triphosphate (or ATP, which ... read more
- 2019 Parkinson’s Policy Forum Drives Change on Access to Care IssuesLast week, more than 150 Parkinson's disease (PD) advocates convened in Washington, D.C. for the 2019 Parkinson's Policy Forum. The Policy Forum brings people with PD and their loved ones to our nation's capital for a day of education and training followed by a day of advocacy with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. This year's Forum was co-sponsored by The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) and the Parkinson's Foundation. Ten other PD and ... read more
- First-of-its-kind Parkinson’s community centre opens in Victoria – CTV NewsFirst-of-its-kind Parkinson's community centre opens in Victoria CTV NewsFor people living on lower Vancouver Island with Parkinson's disease, there is now a community centre to help them through their journey. ... read more
- Pickleball Over Parkinson’s? | Ellington – Virginia Connection NewspapersPickleball Over Parkinson's? | Ellington Virginia Connection NewspapersAndrew Leighton and his wife, Helen White, are headed to the pickleball court at Thomas Jefferson Community Center at 7:30 a.m. Friday sporting their 'Andy's ... read more
- The Deferiprone Trial – the factsYouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cb7lMaYXzwk What is Deferiprone and why is this drug of interest for Parkinson's? Deferiprone is a drug already used to remove excess iron in the body in people who have certain blood disorders. Deferiprone is in a class of medications called iron chelators. The drug works by attaching itself to iron molecules in the body so excess iron ... read more
- The Linked Clinical Trials Meeting 2019YouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Le1amIFcW6Y The 2019 Linked Clinical Trials (LCT) meeting was held at the end of August in Grand Rapids, Michigan where the annual 'Grand Challenges in Parkinson's Disease' and patient-led 'Rallying to the Challenge' symposiums took place. This annual LCT event is a collaborative effort between The Cure Parkinson's Trust (CPT) and the Van Andel Institute (VAI) primarily designed to ... read more
- The Simvastatin Trial – the factsWhat is Simvastatin and why is this drug important in CPT's research programme? Simvastatin is a drug currently used to treat people with high cholesterol. There is some evidence that these drugs - statins - have a potential neuro-protective role and this study has been designed to establish whether Simvastatin is of any value as a neuro-protective treatment in Parkinson’s*. ... read more
- GLP-1 Agonists – the factsWhat are GLP-1 Agonists and why are these drugs important to CPT’s research? Liraglutide, Lixisenatide and Exenatide (the synthetic form of Exendin-4) belong to a group of safe and well tolerated drugs called Glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1) agonists designed to mimic the action of human gut hormones or incretins (see Christian Holscher's pre-clinical work). The glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists increase ... read more
- Repurposing: From enlarged prostates to Parkinson’s This week exciting new research from a collaboration between Chinese researchers and scientists at the University of Iowa has pointed towards a clinically-available, generic drug that could be re-purposed for Parkinson’s. The researchers found a drug called Terazosin – which is used for the treatment of ... read more
- Let’s talk about brain donationLet’s talk about brain donation One of the most fundamental ways for scientists to learn about Parkinson’s disease (PD) as well as other brain disorders, is by studying the brain tissue of people with these diseases. There is never too much of this extremely valuable material for research studies. While there are major strides in developing cellular and animal models ... read more
- New Research on the Importance of ExerciseThe Parkinson's community has long been told that exercise is important for maintaining a sense of well being and better quality of life. But recently there have been some hints that high intensity aerobic exercise might actually help reduce the symptoms of Parkinson's. This week, researchers at the Radboud University Medical Centre in Nijmegen (the Netherlands) published the results of ... read more
- Prostate drug can “reduce the signs, symptoms, and complications of Parkinson’s disease” – BBC Focus MagazineProstate drug can 'reduce the signs, symptoms, and complications of Parkinson’s disease' BBC Focus MagazineScientists discovered that terazosin can protect cells by activating an enzyme known as PGK1 that is crucial in producing cellular energy. ... read more
- Smart glove to help doctors treat patients with Parkinson’s – URI TodaySmart glove to help doctors treat patients with Parkinson's URI TodayConstant (left) and Mankodiya wearing the smart glove and holding the smart glove software application. KINGSTON, R.I. – September 17, 2019 – A University ... read more
- UI research suggests possible new treatment for Parkinson’s disease – UI The Daily IowanUI research suggests possible new treatment for Parkinson's disease UI The Daily IowanCollaboration among researchers, clinicians, and scientists at the University of Iowa led to the release on Monday of new Parkinson's research, which suggests ... read more
- Prostate drug may slow Parkinson’s diseaseA medicine for enlarged prostates may benefit brain cells damaged by Parkinson's, scientists find. ... read more
- Trials – Repurposed drugsDonate The journey to discovering new treatments for Parkinson's (PD) is lengthy and expensive. The Cure Parkinson's Trust (CPT) is determined to fast-track potential new treatments to slow, stop, or reverse PD. Our international Linked Clinical Trials initiative (LCT) 'repurposes' already approved and available drugs and therapies for other conditions, with the potential for treatment of Parkinson's, reducing the time to reach patients ... read more
- Team UK YOPDFC bring home bronze from the Ray Kennedy CupYouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9VsqZAfg5I On Saturday 31st August, a team of footballers who have each been diagnosed with Parkinson’s travelled to Copenhagen to represent the UK in the international Ray Kennedy Cup. UK YOPDFC (UK Young Onset Parkinson’s Football Club) sailed through to the semi-finals, but very narrowly missed their spot in the final to an experienced Danish side. The team ... read more
- Rock Steady Boxing program helps fights Parkinson’s disease in Anchorage – KTVARock Steady Boxing program helps fights Parkinson's disease in Anchorage KTVAThe exercise program works on strength, balance and coordination, all things that Parkinson's patients struggle with. ... read more
- Parkinson’s patients benefit from “gamified” home exerciseExercise is always difficult to sustain for more than a short period, in most cases. This is all the more true if you’re already sick or in pain, or find movements difficult, as with Parkinson’s disease. ... read more
- Poignant moment Billy Connolly explains to piper that he has Parkinson’sIn a poignant moment from the Scottish comedian's Great American Trail TV programme, the 76-year-old was speaking to a band he met in New Jersey. ... read more
- Fox Foundation Offers Guide to Help with Parkinson’s Cognitive SymptomsThe Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) is offering a new guide to help people better understand Parkinson’s cognitive symptoms and ways of dealing with them. The 33-page guide, “Navigating Cognitive Changes in Parkinson’s Disease,” was developed by the MJFF’s Patient Council — which includes caregivers, social workers, and physicians specialized in movement disorders and cognitive function — working together with ... read more
- The exergaming of Parkinson’s The results of a clinical trial published this week not only provide further evidence that exercise has beneficial effects for people with Parkinson’s, but may also be disease modifying. Researchers in the Netherlands recruited 130 people with Parkinson’s to take part in a study ... read more
- Effects of handwriting exercise on functional outcome in Parkinson disease: A randomized controlled trial.Related ArticlesEffects of handwriting exercise on functional outcome in Parkinson disease: A randomized controlled trial. J Clin Neurosci. 2019 Sep 07;: Authors: Vorasoot N, Termsarasab P, Thadanipon K, Pulkes T Abstract Parkinson disease (PD) patients frequently experience micrographia and difficulty writing, which could potentially impact their quality of life. This study aimed to determine whether handwriting exercise could improve fine ... read more
- St. Louis County Parkinson’s patients using boxing to keep disease against the ropes – KMOV.comSt. Louis County Parkinson's patients using boxing to keep disease against the ropes KMOV.comCRESTWOOD, Mo. (KMOV.com) -- Mike Tyson once said 'You never lose until you actually give up.' ... read more
- Exercise program offers benefits for people with Parkinson’s – KMTV – 3 News NowExercise program offers benefits for people with Parkinson's KMTV - 3 News NowPeople who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease can face challenges doing everyday tasks. A program called 'Delay the Disease,' offered at four ... read more
- Exercising at home has a positive effect on Parkinson’s patientsIn a large double-blind study, Radboud university medical center researchers show that patients in the early stages of Parkinson's disease can exercise regularly at home for 6 months. This regular exercise has a positive effect on their motor disability comparable to the effect of conventional Parkinson's medication. ... read more
- 84-year-old man with Parkinson’s Disease still winning race car competitions – WSPA 7News84-year-old man with Parkinson’s Disease still winning race car competitions WSPA 7NewsAs a former race car driver, Joe Evans is managing his disease in an unconventional way. As part of our Ask the Expert series, in partnership with Bon Secours ... read more
- Early Trial for Prevail’s One-time Gene Therapy PR001 to Start SoonPrevail Therapeutics will soon start its Phase 1/2 clinical trial evaluating the safety, tolerability, and early efficacy of its one-time gene therapy — called PR001 — for Parkinson’s disease associated with mutations in the GBA1 gene. The trial is expected to enroll up to 16 people with confirmed GBA1 mutations. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive two escalating doses of PR001, or ... read more
- Phase 2 Clinical Trial Recruiting People with Early Parkinson’s to Explore Experimental K0706Sun Pharma Advanced Research Company (SPARC) is conducting a Phase 2 clinical study to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of its experimental Abl inhibitor K0706 in people with early Parkinson’s disease. The trial, which is still recruiting, is estimated to enroll approximately 504 participants, age 50 or older, who have been diagnosed with “clinically probable Parkinson’s” and who started experiencing symptoms ... read more
- Local boxing club helping patients fight Parkinson’s Disease – KRIS Corpus Christi NewsLocal boxing club helping patients fight Parkinson's Disease KRIS Corpus Christi NewsBy 2020, more than one million people in the United States will be living with Parkinson's Disease. Each year, 60000 people are diagnosed with the disease. ... read more
- Tigard gym uses boxing to help people cope with Parkinson’s DiseaseTIGARD, Ore. — The Rebel Fit Club is going strong and helping people fight Parkinson's Disease by boxing. Studies show the activity helps with the symptoms of the disease. Kimberly Berg started her ... read more
- Film Spotlights Rutgers Class to Empower Parkinson’s Sufferers Through Dance – Rutgers TodayFilm Spotlights Rutgers Class to Empower Parkinson's Sufferers Through Dance Rutgers TodayTo be a dancer is to be in tune with your own physicality. To be fully aware of every muscle, in control of every movement. To be your body's master. It is a feeling ... read more
- Eight must-read books about Parkinson’sFrom maintaining a positive attitude through the ups and downs of Parkinson’s to helping children understand the condition, we’ve selected eight page-turners about life with Parkinson’s that you won’t want to put down – all written by people with Parkinson’s. We asked each author to introduce their book to Parkinson’s Life readers and share how the condition has inspired their ... read more
- So, Four Tigers Walk Onto A Golfcourse… – CBS DetroitSo, Four Tigers Walk Onto A Golfcourse… CBS DetroitRochester Hills, MI (CBS Detroit) – It may sound like the beginning of a corny joke, but these Tigers got together for Kirk Gibson's 4th annual golf classic to ... read more
- New guideline for Parkinson’s disease aims for clear communication and standardized care for the Parkinson’s community. Includes new non-motor, palliative care, and treatment advances(Toronto, ON—September 9, 2019) A comprehensive new Canadian Guideline for Parkinson Disease, 2nd Edition, provides practical guidance for physicians, allied health professionals, people with Parkinson’s and families on disease management. CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal www.cmaj.ca) published the new guideline accompanied by an easy-to-reference infographic and podcast. Parkinson’s is a debilitating, progressive neurological disease that affects quality of life for ... read more
- DNA repair: Alpha synuclein to the rescue For the last 21 years, the protein alpha synuclein has developed a reputation as public enemy #1 in the world of Parkinson’s. Tiny errors in the DNA that provides the instructions from making the alpha synuclein protein were found to be the first genetic ... read more
- Do You Peloton?pel·o·ton/ˈpeləˌtän/ noun the main field or group of cyclists in a racean exercise bike streaming indoor cycling classes to your home live and on-demand. Mr. Twitchy and I acquired a Peloton bike a couple of years ago. A Peloton Bike is essentially ... read more
- The Benefits of Duopa™ for People with Parkinson’sCarbidopa-levodopa is known as the gold standard medication used to treat Parkinson’s. However, as Parkinson’s progresses, the effectiveness of the medication at the same dose decreases, and many people begin looking for alternatives. One such option is called Duopa, which is delivered through a pump directly into your intestines to improve absorption and has been shown to decrease OFF time. ... read more
- Michael J. Fox Foundation provides funding for non-invasive, earlier detection process of Parkinson’s disease – Purdue News ServiceMichael J. Fox Foundation provides funding for non-invasive, earlier detection process of Parkinson's disease Purdue News ServiceThe Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) has provided funding to a Purdue University-affiliated company working to help make early detection of Parkinson's and ... read more
- A Tough Climb: Nan Little’s Parkinson’s JourneyMany would find the book title “If I Can Climb Mt. Kilimanjaro, Why Can’t I Brush My Teeth?” intriguing. Few people, however, would understand its meaning. Nan Little, author of the aforementioned book, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of 62. ... read more
- New guideline for Parkinson’s disease aims for clear communication and standardized care for the Parkinson’s community – Canada NewsWireNew guideline for Parkinson's disease aims for clear communication and standardized care for the Parkinson's community Canada NewsWireIncludes new non-motor, palliative care, and treatment advances TORONTO, Sept. 9, 2019 /CNW/ - A comprehensive new Canadian Guideline for Parkinson ... read more
- BGF Launches Team Grant for Parkinson’s ExerciseOnline tool helps people with Parkinson’s achieve their fitness goals Portland, Ore. (Sept. 9, 2019) – The Brian Grant Foundation (BGF) has launched Team Grant, an easy-to-use online tool that allows people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) to set fitness goals, track their exercise activities, earn badges for working out, and connect with others in the PD community. ... read more
- Parkinson’s Foundation holds annual Moving Day fundraiser – NBC4 WCMH-TVParkinson’s Foundation holds annual Moving Day fundraiser NBC4 WCMH-TVCOLUMBUS (WCMH) — Dozens of people came together Sunday for much more than just a walk. It was a way to fight back against Parkinson's Disease. ... read more
- Special gloves claim to stop hand tremors – Reuters.comSpecial gloves claim to stop hand tremors Reuters.comGloves with built-in spinning gyroscopes are helping people with Parkinson's disease and 'essential tremor' regain control of their hands. Emily Wither reports. ... read more
- Shake, Rattle and Roll: Brain fart?By A.C. Woolnough Reader Columnist One of the first medical terms I learned after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease over five years ago was the word prodromal. That word is …The post Shake, Rattle and Roll: Brain fart? appeared first on Sandpoint Reader. ... read more
- Inside Linda Ronstadt’s Courageous Battle Against Parkinson’s Disease – BiographyInside Linda Ronstadt’s Courageous Battle Against Parkinson’s Disease BiographyLinda Ronstadt's voice was seemingly a gift from the angels above. It was one that enabled her to belt out country-rockers like 'Heat Wave' and yearning ballads ... read more
- Keeping Songs Going in the Head Helps Parkinson’s Patients Walk More Naturally, Study SaysSinging a rhythmic tune out loud or, even better, simply listening to it play in your head can help older adults — including those with Parkinson’s disease — to walk more naturally and at a steadier pace, a study reports. The study, “Mental Singing Reduces Gait Variability More Than Music Listening for Healthy Older Adults and People With Parkinson Disease” was ... read more
- Herndon Teen Wins National Scholarship for Method to Diagnose Parkinson’s Disease – Reston NowHerndon Teen Wins National Scholarship for Method to Diagnose Parkinson's Disease Reston NowThe Davidson Institute for Talent Development has selected a Neeyanth Kopparapu, 17, of Herndon as a 2019 Davidson Fellows Scholarship winner. ... read more
- Exercise in the Presence of Parkinson’s
- I Am Allison’s Parkinson’s I am Allison’s Parkinson’s. I didn’t plan to be so negative. It’s just my nature. I slowly began taking over her brain, killing dopamine producing cells and receptors. She didn’t even know I was there in her substantia nigra, located smack dab in her ... read more
- Brain Implants Like Elon Musk’s Neuralink Could Change Humanity Forever – InverseBrain Implants Like Elon Musk's Neuralink Could Change Humanity Forever InverseIt may sound like science fiction, but we're quickly approaching a time when people will be implanting electronic devices in their brains to treat ailments and ... read more
- The future of mind control – Science DailyThe future of mind control Science DailyScientists are blurring the distinction between brain and machine, designing nanoelectronics that look, move, and feel like real neurons. Camouflaged in the ... read more
- Linda Ronstadt on the sound of her life – Los Angeles TimesLinda Ronstadt on the sound of her life Los Angeles TimesLinda Ronstadt didn't want a documentary made about her life, and she wouldn't talk about the past for 'Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice.' But she gave ... read more
- Floors with Distinct Patterns May Ease Freezing of Gait in Parkinson’s Patients, Study ReportsFloor patterns with large, transverse visual cues may lessen freezing of gait in patients with Parkinson’s, according to new research. The study, “Pavement Patterns Can Be Designed to Improve Gait in Parkinson’s Disease Patients,” was published in the journal Movement Disorders. A common feature of Parkinson’s disease is freezing of gait, when patients temporarily feel as if their feet are glued ... read more
- Resolvin(g) Parkinson’s A major focus on Parkinson’s research is inflammation. Inflammation is a vital part of our immune system’s response to infection or injury. It is means by which the body signals to the cells of immune system that something might be wrong and help ... read more
- Don’t Believe Everything You Hear about Stem Cells – Scientific AmericanDon't Believe Everything You Hear about Stem Cells Scientific AmericanStem cell science is moving forward rapidly, with potential therapies to treat intractable human diseases on the horizon. Clinical trials are now underway to test ... read more
- ‘It’s like you don’t have Parkinson’s’: Boxing gym helps people living with disorder – CTV News'It's like you don’t have Parkinson's': Boxing gym helps people living with disorder CTV NewsA gym tucked away in a New Westminster strip mall serves as more than just a place to work out -- it's a place where people with this debilitating disease can be ... read more
- Fly fishing clinic helps those with Parkinson’s disease – Fox11online.comFly fishing clinic helps those with Parkinson's disease Fox11online.comAPPLETON (WLUK) -- A fly fishing event in Appleton is making a difference for those with Parkinson's disease. Trout Unlimited invited more than a dozen people ... read more
- AC Immune Awarded Michael J. Fox Foundation Grant to Accelerate Development of Parkinson’s Disease Diagnostic Imaging Agent – GlobeNewswireAC Immune Awarded Michael J. Fox Foundation Grant to Accelerate Development of Parkinson's Disease Diagnostic Imaging Agent GlobeNewswireCompany to Give an Oral Presentation at Michael J. Fox Foundation's 13th Annual Parkinson's Disease Therapeutics Conference. ... read more
- Linda Ronstadt on Life After Parkinson’s Stole Her Singing Voice: ‘In My Mind, I Can Still Sing’ – PEOPLE.comLinda Ronstadt on Life After Parkinson’s Stole Her Singing Voice: 'In My Mind, I Can Still Sing' PEOPLE.com'It's like not having a leg or an arm, but there's nothing I can do about it,' the singer tells PEOPLE. ... read more
- Interfering with interferons New data from researchers in Taiwan has intriguing implications for our understanding of the development of Parkinson’s. An analysis of the enormous national medical database pointed towards towards hepatitis C viral infections as a risk factor for developing Parkinson’s. But here is the twist ... read more
- Parkinson’s disease may originate in the intestinesTwo months after injecting alpha-synuclein into the intestines of rats, researchers discovered the proteins had traveled to the brain via peripheral nerves. Four months later, the pathology was greater. Additionally, the protein had traveled to the heart. The study supports the hypothesis that Parkinson's disease may begin in the intestinal system before migrating to the brain. ... read more
- Advocates from the Parkinson’s Community Unite on Capitol Hill to Urge for Critical Research Funding – Yahoo FinanceAdvocates from the Parkinson's Community Unite on Capitol Hill to Urge for Critical Research Funding Yahoo Finance--2019 Parkinson's Policy Forum Co-Sponsored by the Parkinson's Foundation and The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research--. NEW YORK ... read more
- The Top Things I Learned in Parkinson’s Summer SchoolLaurie K. Mischley, a naturopathic doctor, assembled approximately 60 people with Parkinson’s for a conference at Bastyr University’s Seattle campus in August. The six-day “summer school” included lectures, exercise classes, and nutrition advice designed to improve each patient’s experience with Parkinson’s and possibly slow progression. Those in attendance provided blood, urine, breath, hair, and stool samples for analysis. The data ... read more
- The seeds of parkinson’s disease: Amyloid fibrils that move through brainResearchers have found that the structure of Parkinson's disease-associated protein aggregates can tell us, for the first time, about their movement through the brain. These new findings indicate that Parkinson's disease is a kind of amyloidosis, which has implications for its diagnosis and treatment. ... read more
- Boy who got Parkinson’s disease aged sevenAlex Hill, from Folkestone, Kent, is thought to be the youngest patient in the UK to be diagnosed with Parkinson's. His family are telling their story to show the impact of a disease that affects millions. ... read more
- Soft drinks, including sugar-free, linked to increased risk of death – The GuardianSoft drinks, including sugar-free, linked to increased risk of death The GuardianDrink more water, say experts as they argue study proves need for curbs on consumption. ... read more
- Map of broken brain networks shows why people lose speech in language-based dementiaResearchers have identified the location of dysfunctional brain networks that lead to impaired sentence production and word-finding in primary progressive aphasia (PPA). PPA can occur in those with neurodegenerative diseases, such as frontotemporal dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Mapping the networks allows clinicians to apply non-invasive brain stimulation to potentially improve speech in those with PPA. ... read more
- Monthly Research Review – August 2019 At the end of each month the SoPD writes a post which provides an overview of some of the major pieces of Parkinson’s-related research that were made available during August 2019. The post is divided into seven parts based on the type of research: ... read more
- Paddle for Parkinson’s benefits Parkinson’s research – KRIS Corpus Christi NewsPaddle for Parkinson's benefits Parkinson's research KRIS Corpus Christi NewsThe goal was to raise awareness for Parkinson's Disease a brain disorder caused by certain nerve cells dying or becoming impaired. ... read more
- Automated, non-invasive MRI can accurately diagnose Parkinson’sIn an international study at 17 MRI centers in the U.S., Austria and Germany, a research team led by UF's David Vaillancourt, Ph.D., used a non-invasive MRI method with 1,002 patients to develop an automated system to accurately diagnose Parkinson's disease and related but different neurodegenerative disorders. ... read more
- Clonroche woman behind Ireland’s first ever Parkinson’s boxing club – New Ross StandardClonroche woman behind Ireland's first ever Parkinson's boxing club New Ross StandardAn initiative of Young Parkinson's Ireland (YPI), group committee member Mary Casserly, along with Miroslaw Stamkiewicz who trained to be a Rock Steady ... read more
- BGF Launches Online Exercise Class FinderPortland, Ore. (Aug. 29, 2019) – To help people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) achieve their fitness goals, the Brian Grant Foundation (BGF) has launched its Parkinson’s Exercise Class Finder, an easy-to-use online tool that allows people with PD to search for exercise classes in their areas. The Exercise Class Finder allows users to plug in their ... read more
- Brian Grant Foundation Launches Online Exercise Class Finder For People With Parkinson’s Disease – PR WebBrian Grant Foundation Launches Online Exercise Class Finder For People With Parkinson's Disease PR WebBrian Grant Foundation invites fitness professionals with Parkinson's exercise classes to submit their information online to help those living with the disease find ... read more
- ‘Super Smeller’ Grandmother Can Detect Parkinson’s Disease by People’s ScentRelated Video: Meet the Woman Who Can Smell Parkinson's Disease (Provided by Today) Joy Milne has several titles. She’s a grandmother, a former nurse and — according to researchers and scientific ... read more
- Phase 3 Clinical Trial Evaluating Continuous Subcutaneous Carbidopa/Levodopa (ND0612) Initiated In The United States For Parkinson’s Disease With Motor FluctuationsJERSEY CITY, N.J., Aug. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America, Inc. (MTPA) today announced the initiation of the Phase 3 BouNDless study investigating the efficacy, safety and tolerability of ND0612, a potential non-surgical, subcutaneous continuous treatment, compared ... read more
- Depression Is Risk Factor for Impulse Control Disorders in Parkinson’s Patients, Study FindsPatients with Parkinson’s are at a greater risk of developing impulse control disorders (ICDs) if they are depressed, according to results from an international study. The findings also revealed that treatment with dopamine agonists increases this susceptibility, and caution is advised when prescribing such therapies to depressed Parkinson’s patients. The study, “Depression as a risk factor for impulse control disorders ... read more
- Ask the Experts: The Challenges of Using Marijuana as a Parkinson’s Treatment, Part 2Medical marijuana, or cannabis, is one of the most popular topics among the Parkinson’s disease (PD) community ― for people with PD, health professionals and researchers, alike. Earlier this year, the Parkinson’s Foundation hosted its first-ever convening on marijuana and Parkinson’s. Among the 46 attendees, of which 17 gave presentations, there was a reoccurring theme: what are the biggest hurdles ... read more
- Ask the Experts: The Challenges of Using Marijuana as a Parkinson’s Treatment, Part 1Medical marijuana, or cannabis, is one of the most popular topics among the Parkinson’s disease (PD) community ― for people with PD, health professionals and researchers, alike. Earlier this year, the Parkinson’s Foundation hosted its first-ever convening on marijuana and Parkinson’s. Among the 46 attendees, of which 17 gave presentations, there was a reoccurring theme: what are the biggest hurdles ... read more
- Spurned by FDA a decade ago, Kyowa Kirin wins nod for Parkinson’s drug – FiercePharmaSpurned by FDA a decade ago, Kyowa Kirin wins nod for Parkinson's drug FiercePharmaA 10-year wait obviously didn't discourage Kyowa Kirin from changing the FDA's mind for its add-on Parkinson's therapy. Rejected by the FDA in 2008, the ... read more
- ‘It’s The Best Part Of The Week For Me’ | Non-Contact Boxing Program Aims To Help Those With Parkinson’s Disease – CBS Baltimore‘It’s The Best Part Of The Week For Me’ | Non-Contact Boxing Program Aims To Help Those With Parkinson’s Disease CBS BaltimoreFOREST HILL, Md. (WJZ) — Boxers know the dangers of fighting inside the ring- too many hits to the head could cause Parkinson's, but at gyms across the ... read more
- Rock Steady helps Parkinson’s patients fight back – WILX-TVRock Steady helps Parkinson's patients fight back WILX-TVA boxing program helps people with Parkinson's fight back against the disease. ... read more
- ‘Don’t let the disease define you’: Couple wraps up Parkinson’s awareness sailing trip in Whitby – Global News‘Don’t let the disease define you’: Couple wraps up Parkinson’s awareness sailing trip in Whitby Global NewsA Winnipeg couple has just recently docked in the Port of Whitby, following an adventure on the Great Lakes. It's part of a journey they call Sail on with ... read more
- Is Pain a Symptom of Parkinson’s Disease?Pain is a common but overlooked problem in Parkinson’s disease. Pain is an often overlooked non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Studies show that between 40-80% of people with PD report pain, which is likely why it is often suggested as a topic for this blog. (Please feel free to suggest a topic for future blog posts.) One of the ... read more
- FDA approves new add-on drug to treat off episodes in adults with Parkinson’s diseaseFDA approves new add-on drug to treat off episodes in adults with Parkinson’s disease ... read more
- The Michael J. Fox Foundation Announces $5 Million to Explore Genetics of Parkinson’s Disease in African, East Asian and Indian PopulationsNEW YORK, Aug. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) announces grants totaling nearly $5 million to three teams expanding genetic research in international Parkinson's disease populations. Genetics has revolutionized disease understanding, ... read more
- Spontaneous brain fluctuations influence risk-taking – EurekAlertSpontaneous brain fluctuations influence risk-taking EurekAlertMinute-to-minute fluctuations in human brain activity, linked to changing levels of dopamine, impact whether we make risky decisions, finds a new UCL study ... read more
- Mutations in Genes Other Than GBA May Collectively Raise Parkinson’s Risk and Severity, Study SuggestsMutations in the SNCA and CTSB genes — among the many known to increase the likelihood of Parkinson’s disease — also contribute to the risk associated with mutations in the GBA gene, one of this disease’s most common and significant genetic risk factors, a study shows. Its results further suggest an interaction between the CTSB and GBA genes, and that raising the levels of ... read more
- When Chronic Illness is Political, It Can Kill – UT News | The University of Texas at AustinWhen Chronic Illness is Political, It Can Kill UT News | The University of Texas at AustinAs a 51-year-old man with Parkinson's disease, I think a lot about medications. A couple of months ago, I began taking a new one called a dopamine agonist, ... read more
- StarCom Racing bringing Sterling Marlin’s ‘Silver Bullet’ back at Darlington – NBC Sports – Misc.StarCom Racing bringing Sterling Marlin’s ‘Silver Bullet’ back at Darlington NBC Sports - Misc.Landon Cassill will drive the 'Silver Bullet' scheme Sterling Marlin raced in the early 2000s. ... read more
- Vitamin K2 in People with Parkinson’s with Mitochondrial MutationOver the next three years the Parkinson’s Foundation will invest more than $50 million to Parkinson’s disease (PD) research and clinical care. At the heart of our research initiatives are scientists and researchers who have received Foundation awards to improve our understanding of Parkinson’s, which will ultimately lead us to a cure. Many cellular components are involved in the development ... read more
- Parkinsonism TreatmentsParkinsonism Treatments PARKINSONISM TREATMENTS Generic Brand Form Strength Adult Dose ANTICHOLINERGICS benztropine — scored tabs 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg Initially 0.5−1mg at bedtime. May increase by 0.5mg at 5−6 day intervals; max 6mg daily. Cogentin amps 1mg/mL hyoscy–amine sulfate NuLev chew–able melt tabs 0.125mg 1−2 tabs every 4hrs or as needed; max 12 tabs/day trihexy–phenidyl — scored tabs 2mg, ... read more
- Southern Research receives grant from Michael J. Fox Foundation – Birmingham Business JournalSouthern Research receives grant from Michael J. Fox Foundation Birmingham Business JournalA researcher at Southern Research has been given a grant by the Michael J. Fox Foundation. ... read more
- Le’Ron McClain pleaded for help with brain injuries on Twitter – INSIDERLe'Ron McClain pleaded for help with brain injuries on Twitter INSIDERIn a series of emotional tweets, retired NFL fullback Le'Ron McClain said he needed to get his 'head checked' and called on the NFL for help. ... read more
- Finding her strengthAfter Jennifer Parkinson was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s disease at the age of 32, she decided to fight back – literally. Jennifer Parkinson had just given birth to her second child and was working as a registered nurse in Kentucky when she was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease at the age of 32. By the ... read more
- ‘Mental Singing’ May Improve Walking in People with Parkinson Disease – Newswise'Mental Singing' May Improve Walking in People with Parkinson Disease NewswiseMental singing – 'singing' a rhythmic song in your head – can improve measures of walking ability not only in people with Parkinson disease (PD), but also in ... read more
- Best Parkinson’s Dance Class EverIn case this topic is wearing on you, take heart. I don't plan to widely circulate any more Ugandan Parkinson's pieces. While beyond fascinating to me, they don't seem to resonate with Parkinson's general. ... read more
- A re-think of PINK The immune system is our main line of defense against a world full of potentially dangerous disease causing agents. It is a complicated beast that does a fantastic job of keeping us safe and well. Recently, however, there was an interesting study suggesting that ... read more
- Fighting Parkinsons as boxers, not patients – Seacoastonline.comFighting Parkinsons as boxers, not patients Seacoastonline.comROCHESTER — In any fight, knowing your enemy is key.When it comes to Parkinson's disease, the strategy involves targeted strength and cognition training to ... read more
- ‘There was no hope’: Treatable disease often mistaken for Alzheimer’s – BBC News'There was no hope': Treatable disease often mistaken for Alzheimer's BBC NewsWhen John Searle started to fall down and lose his memory, he thought it was the early signs of dementia. But it turns out he has a rare - and often undiagnosed ... read more
- Fitness Friday – Rock Steady Boxing in Fort Mill – CN2 NewsFitness Friday - Rock Steady Boxing in Fort Mill CN2 NewsFORT MILL, S.C. (CN2 TODAY) Rock Steady Boxing is a class for those living with Parkinson's Disease. Here is a link to find out more. ... read more
- Deep Brain Stimulation Eases Parkinson’s Symptoms by Directly Raising Dopamine Levels, Study SuggestsDeep brain stimulation (DBS) eases tremors and muscle rigidity, and improves cognition and mood in Parkinson’s patients by raising dopamine levels in the brain, a small study from Johns Hopkins Medicine suggests. The research, “Effect of STN DBS on vesicular monoamine transporter 2 and glucose metabolism in Parkinson’s disease,” was published in the journal Parkinsonism and Related Disorders. DBS is given to ... read more
- In Men, It’s Parkinson’s. In Women, It’s Hysteria. – ProPublicaIn Men, It’s Parkinson’s. In Women, It’s Hysteria. ProPublicaNeurologist Laura Boylan suffered from tremors and loss of balance that she attributed to a cyst in her brain. Why didn't her doctors believe her? ... read more
- Deep brain stimulation found to increase dopamine levels – New AtlasDeep brain stimulation found to increase dopamine levels New AtlasFascinating research reveals evidence for the first time suggesting deep brain electrical stimulation directly increases dopamine releases in the brain. ... read more
- SAVE THE DATE: Participate in Parkinson’s Advocacy Day on September 10!On Tuesday, September 10, join members of our community for Parkinson's Advocacy Day and tell your lawmakers what matters to you when it comes to research funding and access to treatments. As people with Parkinson's and their loved ones know, you can, and often must, be your own best advocate. No one understands the ins and outs of Parkinson's ... read more
- New PDGENEration Program Will Offer Free Genetic Testing for Parkinson’s PatientsPDGENEration, a new program offered through the Parkinson’s Foundation, will provide free genetic testing for people with Parkinson’s disease. Around 15% of Parkinson’s cases are thought to involve a significant genetic component — but genetic testing for the disease has not been common. “Mutations in several different genes increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease,” Roy N. Alcalay, MD, MS, a ... read more
- AI matches expert diagnosis rate – 台北時報AI matches expert diagnosis rate 台北時報An artificial intelligence (AI) deep learning model developed by researchers from Taiwan, Japan and the UK is capable of diagnosing Parkinson's disease at the ... read more
- Fatigue in Parkinson’s Disease Is Associated with Lower Diastolic Blood PressurePD is a slowly progressive disorder that affects movement, muscle control and balance. It is the second most common age-related neurodegenerative disorder affecting about 3% of the population by the age of 65 and up to 5% of individuals over 85 years of age. Fatigue is a disabling non-motor symptom that affects about half of all individuals with PD. A ... read more
- The road to Copenhagen: The UK Parkinson’s Football TeamThis month, The UK Parkinson’s Football Team will compete for the first time at The Ray Kennedy Cup – an international competition for teams with Parkinson’s. We speak to team captain Charlie Appleyard (pictured centre, back row) about the team’s formation, training with the club he’s supported all his life – and explaining the complexities of Parkinson’s to his young children “Trust ... read more
- Where am I going with this……I have been writing this blog just over 2 years now. I looked back on my first entry. Seemed innocent enough, just wanted to blog about my Parkinson’s a bit and if it helped someone else with Parkinson’s then cool. This was supposed to be a place for me to vent and a place to share my experiences. One thing ... read more
- Racing around Iceland for Parkinson’s: it’s snow jokeParkinson’s campaigner John MacPhee talks us through the WOW Cyclothon – a gruelling 1,400-mile ride around the perimeter of Iceland that must be completed within three days. Together with his team, Parkinson’s Power, they pushed past their symptoms and completed the event in an impressive 57 hours – raising nearly UK £20,000 in the process Hi John, thanks for chatting with ... read more
- Viva Las Vagus Increasing preclinical evidence is being presented that suggests the gastrointestinal system can play a role in models of Parkinson’s. In addition, there is mounting epidemiological data indicating that the gut can have some kind of influence in people with the condition. Recently, a new ... read more
- Coffee Decreases Parkinson’s Tremors in Men, Study SuggestsDrinking coffee may reduce tremors in Parkinson’s disease patients, but only among men, a recent study suggests. The study, “Sex-dependent Effects of Coffee Consumption on Newly Diagnosed Parkinson’s Disease,” was published recently in the journal BMC Neurology. There is some evidence that drinking coffee reduces the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, but the effect of coffee on motor symptoms in people ... read more
- Deep Brain Stimulation Eases Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms by Boosting Dopamine – NewswiseDeep Brain Stimulation Eases Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms by Boosting Dopamine NewswiseIn a new study of seven people with Parkinson's disease, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers report evidence that deep brain stimulation using electrical ... read more
- Cain: Racing desire still burns within Sterling Marlin – NASCARCain: Racing desire still burns within Sterling Marlin NASCARSterling Marlin officially joined Twitter on Aug. 5, 2018 – an acknowledgement the retired two-time Daytona 500 winner was keeping up with the times. ... read more
- Local dad takes Hillsborough County Schools to federal court over caffeine – ABC Action NewsLocal dad takes Hillsborough County Schools to federal court over caffeine ABC Action NewsA local father is suing Hillsborough County Public Schools over caffeine. ... read more
- Living Well with Michelle: Punching back at Parkinson’s disease with Rock Steady Boxing – CBS42.comLiving Well with Michelle: Punching back at Parkinson’s disease with Rock Steady Boxing CBS42.comBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Oyama Karate in Homewood is offering boxing classes designed to help people fight the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. ... read more
- With BlueRock Acquisition, Bayer Plans to Open Trial of Cell Therapy for Parkinson’sBayer has announced an agreement to acquire the cell therapy company BlueRock Therapeutics, and plans to open a clinical trial of a potential Parkinson’s stem cell-based treatment this year. BlueRock, which will remain an independent entity under the plan, has a portfolio that focuses on engineered stem cell therapies to treat illnesses in the fields of neurology, cardiology and immunology. Its lead ... read more
- Alpha-synuclein saliva biomarker for Parkinson’s not ready for prime time – LabPulseAlpha-synuclein saliva biomarker for Parkinson's not ready for prime time LabPulseAugust 19, 2019 -- The level of the protein alpha-synuclein (α-Syn) in saliva has theoretical potential as an early, noninvasive diagnostic biomarker for ... read more
- Shaky at best: How I came to accept my Parkinson’s diagnosis – The Globe and MailShaky at best: How I came to accept my Parkinson’s diagnosis The Globe and MailI came to accept my diagnosis after meeting a group of Calgarians who look to hope and humour to find relief from the illness. ... read more
- Announcing: World Parkinson Ping Pong ChampionshipAnnouncing the first ever International Table Tennis Federation Parkinson’s World Table Tennis Championship! Where: Westchester Table Tennis Center, 175 Tompkins Avenue, Pleasantville, NY 10570, United States of America (about 1 hour by train from New York City’s Grand Central Station) When: October 11 – 13, 2019 Who: Open to anyone with Parkinson’s, no matter what your level of ping pong ... read more
- When Bluerock became Bayer Cell replacement therapy is a key component of any “cure” for Parkinson’s – replacing the cells that have been lost over the course of the condition. Cell transplantation of dopamine neurons has a long track record of both preclinical and clinical development and represents ... read more
- APDA Seed Funding Leads to Prestigious NIH Research GrantAPDA Seed Funding Leads to Prestigious NIH Research Grant Congratulations to Dr. Beom-Chan Lee, Assistant Professor in the Department of Health and Human Performance at University of Houston, and APDA Research Grant awardee in 2016-2017 and 2018-2019, on receiving a recently-awarded National Institutes of Health (NIH) R21 grant. Dr. Lee’s NIH grant submission was supported by the data obtained ... read more
- Gender-dependent effect of coffee consumption on tremor severity in de novo Parkinson’s disease.Related ArticlesGender-dependent effect of coffee consumption on tremor severity in de novo Parkinson's disease. BMC Neurol. 2019 Aug 14;19(1):194 Authors: Cho BH, Choi SM, Kim BC Abstract BACKGROUND: Coffee consumption represents a negative risk factor for Parkinson's disease (PD) and seems to affect PD motor symptoms. We aimed to investigate the association between coffee consumption and motor symptoms in de ... read more
- Toward more focused multimodal and multidisciplinary approaches for pain management in Parkinson’s disease.Related ArticlesToward more focused multimodal and multidisciplinary approaches for pain management in Parkinson's disease. J Pain Res. 2019;12:2201-2209 Authors: Cuomo A, Crispo A, Truini A, Natoli S, Zanetti O, Barone P, Cascella M Abstract In Parkinson's disease (PD), pain represents a significant issue in terms of prevalence, clinical features, and treatment. Painful manifestations not strictly related to the disease are ... read more
- Depression as a risk factor for impulse control disorders in Parkinson’s disease.Depression as a risk factor for impulse control disorders in Parkinson's disease. Ann Neurol. 2019 Aug 15;: Authors: Marín-Lahoz J, Sampedro F, Martinez-Horta S, Pagonabarraga J, Kulisevsky J Abstract OBJECTIVES: To longitudinally evaluate the role of depression in the development of impulse control disorders (ICD) in Parkinson's disease (PD) patients. METHODS: Using data from the Parkinson's Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI) ... read more
- Athletes fight the progression of Parkinson’s with boxing – FOX 13 News, Tampa BayAthletes fight the progression of Parkinson's with boxing FOX 13 News, Tampa BayIt may look like an ordinary gym, but the men and women at Rock Steady Boxing in Largo are doing more than getting fit; they're improving their lives. ... read more
- Leg restlessness preceding the onset of motor symptoms of Parkinson disease: A case series of 5 patients.Leg restlessness preceding the onset of motor symptoms of Parkinson disease: A case series of 5 patients. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Aug;98(33):e16892 Authors: Suzuki K, Fujita H, Watanabe Y, Matsubara T, Kadowaki T, Sakuramoto H, Hamaguchi M, Nozawa N, Hirata K Abstract Patients with Parkinson disease (PD) often show restless legs syndrome (RLS), leg motor restlessness (LMR) and other leg restlessness ... read more
- Personal Training and Parkinson’sRecently we had the good fortune of meeting Jennifer Larsen, a personal trainer who helps people with Parkinson’s live well… including one of our very own Ambassadors. We hear a lot from physical therapists, occupational therapists and coaches, but we’ve yet to go deep with a personal trainer to learn the ins and outs of working with someone living with ... read more
- Effects of Muscle-Targeted Nutritional Support on Parkinsonian RehabilitationAmong patients with Parkinson disease or parkinsonism undergoing a 30-day multidisciplinary intensive rehabilitation treatment (MIRT), consumption of a twice-daily whey protein-based nutritional supplement enriched with leucine and vitamin D preserved muscle mass and improved lower extremity function, according to a study published in Neurology. The Protein, Leucine and Vitamin D Enhancing Rehabilitation (PRO-LEADER; ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03124277) study, a bicentric, pragmatic, ... read more
- Using math to help treat Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and other diseasesProtein aggregation—in which misfolded proteins clump together to form large fibrils—has been implicated in many diseases including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and type II diabetes. While the exact role these fibrils play in diseases isn't fully understood, many of the current treatments for diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's target the aggregation process. However, finding the right treatment protocols for these drugs, which ... read more
- Words of Wisdom from a 4 year oldWhy does Grandma walk so silly? Why does her head bobble when she walks?my 4 year old grandson, Evan Sometimes we do not notice our symptoms, we are so used to living with them. Sometimes it takes someone else, even a 4 year old, to point out to us that yes, when we suspect that changes are occuring, it is ... read more
- Man’s best friend Recently it has been determined that many people with Parkinson’s have a distinct smell. It is a subtle odour that only some individuals with a very sensitive sense of smell can detect (Click here to read a previous SoPD post on this topic). This curious discovery ... read more
- Exosuit Boosts A Wearer’s Endurance While Walking And Running : Shots – Health News – NPRExosuit Boosts A Wearer's Endurance While Walking And Running : Shots - Health News NPRNo ordinary pair of shorts, these were designed by Harvard scientists to work with the wearer's own leg muscles when walking or running, and might make a ... read more
- Vitamin D Level Significantly Correlated With Falls in Parkinson DiseaseHealthDay News — In patients with Parkinson disease (PD), vitamin D levels are significantly correlated with falls and some nonmotor symptoms, according to a study published online Aug. 6 in Acta Neurologica Scandinavia. Hui-Jun Zhang, MD, from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University in Suzhou, China, and colleagues assessed the correlation between serum vitamin D levels with bone mineral ... read more
- Judas Priest’s Glenn Tipton Foundation raises more than $150,000 – LouderJudas Priest’s Glenn Tipton Foundation raises more than $150,000 LouderGuitarist thanks fans, his bandmates and crew for their support as Parkinson's disease charity set up in his name reaches milestone. ... read more
- Non-Traditional Treatments for Parkinson’s Disease – KATUNon-Traditional Treatments for Parkinson's Disease KATUEach year, 60000 new people in the United States are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Naturopathic Physician Greg Eckel, ND, joined us to talk about the ... read more
- 10 Things That Can Help You Cope With Your New Diagnosis of Parkinson’s DiseaseMany bloggers write about what you can do to cope with a new diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. We all have a different take on the issue, so if you have just been diagnosed, look for other blogs with ... read more
- Estrogen improves Parkinson’s disease symptoms – EurekAlertEstrogen improves Parkinson's disease symptoms EurekAlertBrain-selective estrogen treatment improves the symptoms of Parkinson's disease in male mice, according to new research published in JNeurosci. ... read more
- What Patients Want vs. What Pharma WantsThe pharmaceutical industry gets a bad rap… They are an easy scapegoat. Incredibly wealthy and powerful faceless entities that seem hell-bent on squeezing every penny they can out of desperate patients. While there are plenty of stories of unscrupulous practices from industry, ... read more
- The new field of sonogenetics uses sound waves to control the behavior of brain cellsA new technology known as sonogenetics can control neural activity by using sound frequencies. The technology could be used to non-invasively treat a range of neurological conditions, including Parkinson's disease and epilepsy. ... read more
- Positive Deviancy and Enriched EnvironmentPositive Deviance with an Enriched Environment Last week I reviewed research that showed that rats and mice raised in an “enriched environment” and then infected with a chemical that gave them PD were healthier on a variety of fronts than the control groups of rodents who had PD but no enriched environment. The unanswered question was: What does this mean ... read more
- Positive Deviancy and Enriched EnvironmentPositive Deviance with an Enriched Environment Last week I reviewed research that showed that rats and mice raised in an “enriched environment” and then infected with a chemical that gave them PD were healthier on a variety of fronts than the control groups of rodents who had PD but no enriched environment. The unanswered question was: What does this mean ... read more
- Parkinson’s patients learn to go with dance flow at Two Left Feet – Daily PressParkinson's patients learn to go with dance flow at Two Left Feet Daily PressRick Tvelia's gravelly voice directs our awkward moves across the dance floor as my husband and I attempt the rhumba at Two Left Feet Dance Studio in ... read more
- The magic of making people feel better – Santa Clarita Valley SignalThe magic of making people feel better Santa Clarita Valley SignalLife is full of challenges, and while some might grow bitter after being dealt an especially bad hand, Dovid Rabotnick uses the magic of optimism and actual ... read more
- Punching back at Parkinson’s: Boxing program helps those with disease – Grand Forks HeraldPunching back at Parkinson's: Boxing program helps those with disease Grand Forks HeraldHe first noticed them while working at his office at RJ Tours in Willmar, where he is the operations manager. A neurologist delivered the diagnosis. Larson had ... read more
- Parkinson’s patients use boxing as a way to fight back – WVAHParkinson's patients use boxing as a way to fight back WVAHWhen Dick Stewart picked up a pair of boxing gloves are squared up for the first time, it changed his life. Stewart lives with Parkinson's Disease but thanks to ... read more
- Rock Steady Boxing gives people suffering from Parkinson’s Disease hope – WATN – Local 24Rock Steady Boxing gives people suffering from Parkinson’s Disease hope WATN - Local 24Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ... read more
- Relationship between 25-Hydroxyvitamin D, bone density, and Parkinson’s disease symptoms.Related ArticlesRelationship between 25-Hydroxyvitamin D, bone density, and Parkinson's disease symptoms. Acta Neurol Scand. 2019 Aug 06;: Authors: Zhang HJ, Zhang JR, Mao CJ, Li K, Wang F, Chen J, Liu CF Abstract OBJECTIVES: Vitamin D deficiency is widespread in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Our aim was to determine whether serum vitamin D levels correlated with bone mineral density ... read more
- 9 Things Society Needs More Of To Manage & Conquer Degenerative Brain DiseasesAn estimated 80 million* people worldwide live with a degenerative brain disease. That number is expected to rise rapidly over the coming decades as our growing population ages, lifespans increase and environmental toxins rise. The burden of trying to care for all those individuals will put an immense strain on our economies and test the social fabric of human civilization. At ... read more
- Globetrotting with Parkinson’s: ‘a wonderful world waiting to be explored’We hear from Parkinson’s campaigner Maura Ward who caught the travel bug after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s six years ago. Maura – who has explored more than 60 countries to date – discusses climbing Japan’s Mount Fuji to raise thousands for Parkinson’s, and shares her five top tips for travellers with the condition Hi Maura, thanks for chatting to the ... read more
- Survival and Progression in Synucleinopathy Phenotypes With ParkinsonismTo compare survival by the presenting parkinsonism symptoms at diagnosis among patients with incident clinically diagnosed synucleinopathies. ... read more
- How Pushing My Limits Helps Me Live Well with Parkinson’sWritten by Patti Burnett, Davis Phinney Foundation Ambassador and retired Copper Mountain Ski Patrol supervisor living with Parkinson’s since 2013 This past Memorial Day, I ran in the Bolder Boulder with a time of 1:07:00. That might not sound fast, but it took years of injuries, diagnoses and struggles to get there. I used to love running. It probably started around ... read more
- Impulse Control Behaviors Affect One Fifth of Patients with… : Neurology Today – LWW JournalsImpulse Control Behaviors Affect One Fifth of Patients with... : Neurology Today LWW JournalsIn a longitudinal study, researchers found patients who were taking dopamine agonists for Parkinson's disease had a greater risk for developing impulse control ... read more
- Motor and non-motor function predictors of mortality in Parkinson’s disease.Related ArticlesMotor and non-motor function predictors of mortality in Parkinson's disease. J Neural Transm (Vienna). 2019 Aug 05;: Authors: Bugalho P, Ladeira F, Barbosa R, Marto JP, Borbinha C, Salavisa M, da Conceição L, Saraiva M, Fernandes M, Meira B Abstract Doubts persist regarding the influence of Parkinson's disease (PD) on mortality. Our objective was to assess mortality rates in ... read more
- ‘Bio-Sniffer’ that Detects Ethanol in Breath Could Be Used in Parkinson’sA highly sensitive “sniff-cam” is able to detect tiny levels of ethanol in the breath even without alcohol consumption, according to new research. The findings suggest potential applications in studies of Parkinson’s, diabetes, and cancer. The study, “Ultrasensitive Sniff-Cam for Biofluorometric-Imaging of Breath Ethanol Caused by Metabolism of Intestinal Flora,” appeared in the journal Analytical Chemistry. Certain diseases and metabolic ... read more
- Low vitamin D levels linked to non-motor symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s diseaseIn an Acta Neurologica Scandinavia study of 182 patients with Parkinson's disease and 185 healthy controls, patients with Parkinson's disease had significantly lower levels of vitamin D in their blood. Also, patients with lower vitamin D levels were more likely to fall, and to experience sleep problems, depression, and anxiety. ... read more
- Wind-down of stem-cell institute leaves a void – Nature.comWind-down of stem-cell institute leaves a void Nature.comFunds paved the way for rigorous tests of therapies, but unintentionally boosted a market for potentially dangerous fakes, says Jeanne F. Loring. ... read more
- Oxidative stress and α-synuclein conspire in vulnerable neurons to promote Parkinson’s disease progression.Oxidative stress and α-synuclein conspire in vulnerable neurons to promote Parkinson's disease progression. J Clin Invest. 2019 Aug 05;130: Authors: Luk KC Abstract Patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) show selective degeneration of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra and cholinergic neurons in the dorsal motor nucleus (DMnX), but the drivers of this specific susceptibility are unknown. In this issue of ... read more
- Sheffield academic receives funding to protect brain cells affected by Parkinson’sA Sheffield academic has been awarded £100,000 of funding by the Virtual Biotech Programme - the drug development arm of charity Parkinson's UK - to develop a new treatment that could protect brain cells affected by Parkinson's disease, potentially slowing, or stopping its progression for the first time. ... read more
- A Wearable Sweat Band for Noninvasive Levodopa Monitoring.A Wearable Sweat Band for Noninvasive Levodopa Monitoring. Nano Lett. 2019 Aug 05;: Authors: Tai LC, Liaw TS, Lin Y, Nyein HYY, Bariya M, Ji W, Hettick M, Zhao C, Zhao J, Hou L, Yuan Z, Fan Z, Javey A Abstract Levodopa is the standard medication clinically prescribed to patients afflicted with Parkinson's disease. In particular, the monitoring and optimization ... read more
- Fecal Transplants: A Curious Cure in Human waste – The Crux – Discover MagazineFecal Transplants: A Curious Cure in Human waste - The Crux Discover MagazineStudies point to the life-saving record of fecal transplants for patients infected with C. diff, despite a recent death. Doctors are now testing the procedure for other ... read more
- How a Tiny Electrical Current to the Brain is Treating Medical Symptoms.How a Tiny Electrical Current to the Brain is Treating Medical Symptoms. IEEE Pulse. 2019 Jul-Aug;10(4):6-11 Authors: Mertz L Abstract The medical benefits of mild electrical stimulation of the cranium may seem like marketing hype, but decades of clinical research studies have verified that it does alleviate symptoms in a wide range of conditions. This method delivers very-low-frequency current to ... read more
- Parkinson’s Foundation Designates Three New Centers of Excellence in Parkinson’s Care – Yahoo FinanceParkinson's Foundation Designates Three New Centers of Excellence in Parkinson's Care Yahoo FinanceMIAMI and NEW YORK, Aug. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Parkinson's Foundation announced the addition of three new Centers of Excellence to its global ... read more
- Dietary choline associated with reduced risk of dementiaAdding extra choline through eggs or meat to your daily diet could help stave off the effects of dementia. Higher phosphatidylcholine intake through diet was associated with lower rates of dementia and improved cognitive function in aging men. ... read more
- Rising Star: Andy Leighton beating Parkinson’s with Pickleball – WJLARising Star: Andy Leighton beating Parkinson's with Pickleball WJLADo not be fooled, pickleball looks simple until you match up with the pros. Helen White and Andy Leighton compete at a national level with great success. 'There ... read more
- Young blood cocktail stops Alzheimer’s decline, early clinical trial reports – New AtlasYoung blood cocktail stops Alzheimer's decline, early clinical trial reports New AtlasAlkahest, a California-based start-up, has just revealed some compelling early results from an ongoing Phase 2 trial into the efficacy of its novel formulation of ... read more
- New Documentary Reveals Robin Williams’s Struggle With Parkinson’s Disease – Yahoo LifestyleNew Documentary Reveals Robin Williams's Struggle With Parkinson's Disease Yahoo LifestyleThe REELZ documentary 'Robin Williams: When the Laughter Stops,' which airs Aug. 11, takes a closer look at the late actor's health before he died. ... read more
- How Tai Chi Helps PDSome people call tai chi “meditation in motion,” but we think it should be called “medicine in motion” because of its benefits on Parkinson’s symptoms. If you love watching martial arts movies but never imagined yourself doing the same dashing moves as Bruce Lee, don’t give up on yourself just yet. Tai chi is a Chinese martial art that ... read more
- Enriched Environment for Mice and Rats with PDA meta-analysis (click!) of a few dozen research studies regarding the effects of an enriched environment on rats and mice who the researchers induced with Parkinson’s disease ends with this conclusion (I always jump to conclusions): “The neuroprotective effects of EE [‘enriched environment’] have been well established by numerous studies, which raise the question whether we should pay more ... read more
- Scientist receives major grant for diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s via new skin test – EurekAlertScientist receives major grant for diagnosis of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's via new skin test EurekAlertWenquan Zou, MD, PhD, an expert in prion and degenerative neurological diseases, has received a two-year grant for developing diagnostic tools for ... read more
- VR Game Allows Parkinson’s Patients to Move and Feel in Virtual Worlds – USC Viterbi School of EngineeringVR Game Allows Parkinson's Patients to Move and Feel in Virtual Worlds USC Viterbi School of EngineeringUSC engineers team with researchers and VR game designers to help Parkinson's patients walk steadily with confidence. Day mode of Overcome ... read more
- New research offers a minimally invasive approach to deep brain stimulation – EurekAlertNew research offers a minimally invasive approach to deep brain stimulation EurekAlertShuo Chen is the 2019 grand prize winner of the Science & PINS Prize for Neuromodulation, for developing a less invasive technique to precisely control the ... read more
- Monthly Research Review – July 2019EDITIORIAL NOTE: Apologies to readers for the lack of content on the SoPD website this month. At the Cure Parkinson’s Trust, we have been preparing dossiers for the Linked Clinical Trials meeting in August. I will explain this process and the initiative in a future post, ... read more
- Inbrija-A New Parkinson’s DrugI wasn’t sure if I was going to write a blog about my experience with the new drug for Parkinson’s disease (PD) called Inbrija… but seeing that I have been talking so much about my excitement for this potentially life-altering drug, I knew it deserved a blog post.
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- Two grants allow UAMS to start free exercise program for people with Parkinson’s – KLRT – FOX16.comTwo grants allow UAMS to start free exercise program for people with Parkinson's KLRT - FOX16.comLITTLE ROCK, Ark. (News Release) — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received two grants totaling almost $29000 to launch a free ... read more
- Novel discovery of links between liver dysfunction and Alzheimer’s diseaseA link between liver dysfunction and Alzheimer's disease has been discovered. The findings add to the understanding of the role metabolic dysfunction plays in the neurodegenerative disease. ... read more
- I hope this will be my obituary – AL.comI hope this will be my obituary AL.comI hope this will be my obituary: Man who set record for continuous years playing pick-up basketball has died. He was 99. Mike Oliver died after running into a ... read more
- Space station cell study seeks causes of major diseases – Phys.orgSpace station cell study seeks causes of major diseases Phys.orgHigh above the Earth, researchers are conducting a first-of-its-kind study to help patients with Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis on the planet below. ... read more
- Dementias beyond CTE including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s linked to sport, study finds – The TelegraphDementias beyond CTE including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's linked to sport, study finds The TelegraphThe link between contact sports and dementia extends beyond chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) to a much wider range of neurological diseases, ... read more
- ‘Sniff-cam’ to detect disease – Phys.Org'Sniff-cam' to detect disease Phys.OrgHaving bad breath can mean someone ate a smelly lunch, but it could indicate that the person is sick. Various scent compounds have been linked to illnesses ... read more
- Flight delay left man with Parkinson’s ‘totally fatigued’ – BBC NewsFlight delay left man with Parkinson's 'totally fatigued' BBC NewsA man with Parkinson's says he was left 'totally fatigued' when he ran out of medication because his flight was delayed. Parkinson's UK trustee David Allan was ... read more
- Alpha-Synuclein Protein Works to Repair Damage to Cell’s DNA, Study SuggestsContrary to current knowledge, alpha-synuclein protein — whose toxic form is responsible for the formation of Lewy bodies — may play a crucial role in preventing cell death by repairing damaged DNA, a study has found. This critical function of the protein may also be lost in Parkinson’s patients, its researchers said. The study, “Alpha-synuclein is a DNA binding protein that ... read more
- Legendary Comedian/Actor Billy Connolly Brings His Final Stand-Up Tour To Cinemas This October – ForbesLegendary Comedian/Actor Billy Connolly Brings His Final Stand-Up Tour To Cinemas This October ForbesLong hailed as one of Britain's favorite comics, Billy Connolly will invade UK cinema screens this fall for one night only with The Sex Life of Bandages. ... read more
- Stem Cell Treatment: What You Should Know – U.S. News & World ReportStem Cell Treatment: What You Should Know U.S. News & World ReportHere's what you need to know before deciding whether or not to pursue stem cell treatment. ... read more
- Parkinson’s Foundation Grants $8 Million to Further Parkinson’s ResearchNEW YORK and MIAMI, July 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Parkinson's Foundation today announced the institutions that will receive $8 million in research funding to design and launch Parkinson's-specific research studies over the next four years. The selected Parkinson's Foundation Research ... read more
- Man with Parkinson’s ‘left to crawl through airport on hands and knees’ – Darlington and Stockton TimesMan with Parkinson's 'left to crawl through airport on hands and knees' Darlington and Stockton TimesA man living with Parkinson's disease has said he was left to crawl through airport security on his hands and knees after his flight was cancelled and he ran out ... read more
- ‘It’s made me stronger’: Central Albertans living with Parkinson’s fighting back – CTV News'It's made me stronger': Central Albertans living with Parkinson's fighting back CTV NewsSome central Albertans living with Parkinson's are fighting back thanks to a new boxing gym in Lacombe. ... read more
- Boxing class helps fight symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease – WOWK 13 NewsBoxing class helps fight symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease WOWK 13 NewsThis story is a work in progress… 13 News reporter Tiffney Lopez will have more for you at 5 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 6 p.m. For information regarding the Rock ... read more
- Aging baby boomers becoming new face of cannabis – MetroWest Daily NewsAging baby boomers becoming new face of cannabis MetroWest Daily NewsSeventy-two-year-old Nancy Young shakes almost incessantly, a cruel symptom of the Parkinson's disease she's borne for decades. The Otego, New York, ... read more
- Grilled cheese under scrutiny in Quebec after seniors’ choking deaths – Coast Mountain NewsGrilled cheese under scrutiny in Quebec after seniors’ choking deaths Coast Mountain NewsHealth officials in Quebec confirmed Monday they are revisiting the place of the grilled cheese sandwich on menus in care facilities following the choking deaths ... read more
- Levodopa-Induced Dyskinesias Reversed in Gene Therapy StudyLevodopa-induced dyskinesias (LIDs) are a debilitating side effect of long-term use of levodopa therapy that negatively impacts the quality of life for upwards of 90% of people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). From the Greek word, dys, meaning ill or bad, and kīnēsia, meaning movement or muscular activity, dyskinesias are abnormal, involuntary muscle movements, often presenting as erratic writhing movements of ... read more
- Former MLB catcher with Parkinson’s coaching daughter’s softball team with best friend from high school – KPTV.comFormer MLB catcher with Parkinson's coaching daughter's softball team with best friend from high school KPTV.comHILLSBORO, OR (KPTV) – A Parkinson's diagnosis cut his big-league career short, but Hillsboro's Ben Petrick has remained around the game. ... read more
- Strapping on boxing gloves to fight Parkinson’s – Richmond.comStrapping on boxing gloves to fight Parkinson's Richmond.comHe had retired from a demanding career that included running medical facilities and he had always been active – running, cycling, walking – so when Bob ... read more
- Dementia study: Research links widely-used drugs to a nearly 50% higher risk of dementia – CBS NewsDementia study: Research links widely-used drugs to a nearly 50% higher risk of dementia CBS NewsA recent study found some common drugs could increase the risk of dementia or dementia-like symptoms by nearly 50 percent. According to the research, ... read more
- Discovery could lead to new treatments for Parkinson’s, other brain diseasesNew model could inform the development of new treatments for Lewy body diseases by targeting alpha-synuclein DNA repair mechanisms. ... read more
- Smart brain stimulators: Next-gen Parkinson’s disease therapyResearchers have found neuro biomarkers for Parkinson's disease that can help create the next generation of 'smart' deep brain stimulators, able to respond to specific needs of Parkinson's disease patients. ... read more
- Boxing class aims to put Parkinsons on the ropes – Worcester TelegramBoxing class aims to put Parkinsons on the ropes Worcester TelegramWEST BOYLSTON - Two years ago, Chad Moir opened his DopaFit studio inside the ABL Dance Center at 184 West Boylston St. He also has the DopaFit ... read more
- In older adults, some drugs may produce symptoms that imitate dementia – Washington PostIn older adults, some drugs may produce symptoms that imitate dementia Washington PostAs people age, they can become susceptible to bad responses from anticholinergic drugs. Here's what you need to know about them. ... read more
- Anderson Twp. man gears up for 6500-mile journey to help those with Parkinson’s – WCPOAnderson Twp. man gears up for 6500-mile journey to help those with Parkinson's WCPOAs Joe Motz prepares for his 65th birthday, he's also gearing up for a 6500-mile journey to raise awareness and support for patients with Parkinson's disease. ... read more
- Aussie rock royalty The Angels are holding a fundraiser for Parkinson’s research – 7NEWSAussie rock royalty The Angels are holding a fundraiser for Parkinson's research 7NEWSAfter a chance meeting with Muhammad Ali, The Angels have had a passion to help end Parkinson's Disease. ... read more
- Researchers unlock access to pain relief potential of cannabisUniversity of Guelph researchers are the first to uncover how the cannabis plant creates important pain-relieving molecules that are 30 times more powerful at reducing inflammation than Aspirin.read more
- ‘Science can happen anywhere’: RAGBRAI discovery leads to breakthrough for Parkinson’s research – Des Moines Register'Science can happen anywhere': RAGBRAI discovery leads to breakthrough for Parkinson's research Des Moines RegisterThe twisting tale of how cycling legend Davis Phinney teamed up with doctors at the Cleveland Clinic to show that cycling can improve the lives of Parkinson's ... read more
- Parkinson’s disease: ‘Smartwatch’ tracker monitors patients at homeThe smartwatch-style device, worn by patients at home, monitors tremors and other symptoms. ... read more
- Helping others with Parkinson’s ‘filled the gap in my life’We talk to Ray Wegrzyn (left), founder and chairman of Parkinson’s EQUIP, a UK charity that gives grants to people with Parkinson’s so that they can improve their quality of life through sport and the arts. After being forced to retire because his Parkinson’s symptoms became unmanageable, Ray explains how setting up the charity ‘filled the gap’ in his life, ... read more
- “I’m trying to be the Stephen Hawking of Parkinson’s”We hear from Walter J Archey III (right), the US filmmaker and rapper with Parkinson’s who’s on a mission to be known as “the liveliest dude with Parkinson’s in the world”. Walter, who raps under the name Tahiti, tells us about his latest single ‘Light Blue Room’, why he takes inspiration from Stephen Hawking – and the difficulties associated with ... read more
- Molecule reduces accumulation of toxic protein in Parkinson’s disease model(Thomas Jefferson University) The discovery supports GM1 ganglioside as a potential target for Parkinson's therapy. ... read more
- Stimulation of the ear can help manage Parkinson’s symptomsThis study shows stimulation of the ear can help manage Parkinson's symptoms. ... read more
- Accordion Pill Fails to Reduce Off Periods Over Sinemet in Advanced Parkinson’s, Top-Line Results ShowTreatment with Accordion Pill-Carbidopa/Levodopa (AP-CD/LD) did not provide greater reduction in daily off periods in adults with advanced Parkinson’s disease compared with Sinemet, according to top-line results of a pivotal Phase 3 trial. However, an ongoing analysis shows meaningful decreases in specific subgroups of patients, the team noted. Chronic treatment with levodopa — the gold standard in Parkinson’s — may ... read more
- Spice up your life? Spicy food linked to increased dementia riskSpicy food lovers may be at greater risk of dementia than those who prefer more bland foods. A 15-year study reveals those who ate more than 50 grams of chili a day had an increased risk of cognitive decline as they aged. The memory decline was more significant in those with a lower BMI. ... read more
- FDA issues warning to CBD company for ‘unsubstantiated’ health claimsIn a move to crack down on the marketing of cannabis-related products, the US Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning letter to the company Curaleaf for selling some unapproved cannabidiol products with 'unsubstantiated' health claims that the products treat cancer and Parkinson's disease, among other health conditions. ... read more
- Therapist leads boxing study for Parkinson’s patients – FOX 4 NewsTherapist leads boxing study for Parkinson's patients FOX 4 NewsBoxing is now helping people fight Parkinson's disease. ... read more
- Two Items from the Parkinson’s Foundation!The Parkinson’s Foundation has two new items that may interest you: Talking to Your Employer About PD: Disability Inclusion and Accommodation at Work. (This podcast is the 2nd part of a two-part series.)What is a Facebook Fundraiser? … And how you can use it to raise money to combat PD.Actually, the site has many podcasts and downloadables that we should ... read more
- I was diagnosed with Parkinson's at 41 - now I'm playing international footballJonny Acheson was dancing with family friends at his home in Leicester when he realised something wasn't right. The father-of-two was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's disease. He was just 41. But now, the 44-year-old is training to play in an international football tournament with his fellow teammates who also have the condition.read more
- Louisiana Tech’s Parkinson Resource Center bringing more resources to the area – Knoe.comLouisiana Tech's Parkinson Resource Center bringing more resources to the area Knoe.comRUSTON, La. (KNOE) - The Parkinson Resource Center at Louisiana Tech University is growing to offer more resources for people with Parkinson's Disease. ... read more
- Boosting a gut bacterium helps mice fight an ALS-like disease – Science NewsBoosting a gut bacterium helps mice fight an ALS-like disease Science NewsGut bacteria may alter ALS symptoms for good or ill. ... read more
- Doctors thought she had dementia. Then they investigated the common medications she was using. – The Philadelphia InquirerDoctors thought she had dementia. Then they investigated the common medications she was using. The Philadelphia InquirerBy all accounts the woman, in her late 60s, appeared to have severe dementia. She was largely incoherent. Her short-term memory was terrible. She couldn't ... read more
- No more Sinemet? Now what?Merck recently announced they have discontinued the manufacturing of Sinemet® CR (carbidopa-levodopa). They have had trouble securing a reliable and stable supply for a while, so the decision has been a long time coming. According to Merck, Sinemet CR 50/200 mg will remain available in the US until on or near November 2019 and Sinemet CR 25/100 mg until on ... read more
- Gulf War Illness Linked to Higher Risk of Parkinson’s-like Symptoms, Study FindsVeterans of the Gulf War are not, as a whole, more likely to experience Parkinson’s disease-like symptoms, a new study has found. However, veterans with Gulf War illness do appear to be at greater risk of these symptoms. The study, “Do Gulf War veterans with high levels of deployment-related exposures display symptoms suggestive of Parkinson’s disease?,” was published in the International ... read more
- Congresswoman Velázquez Introduces Bill to Ban Pesticide Linked to Parkinson’s – Center for Biological DiversityCongresswoman Velázquez Introduces Bill to Ban Pesticide Linked to Parkinson's Center for Biological DiversityU.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-N.Y.) has introduced legislation to ban paraquat, an extremely toxic herbicide that has been shown to more than double the risk of ... read more
- IPX203 Extended-Release Capsules Reduce ‘Off’ Time in Advanced Parkinson’s, Trial ShowsImpax Laboratories‘ investigational carbidopa-levodopa extended-release capsules, IPX203, are better than immediate-release tablets at maintaining steady levels of levodopa in the blood, and prolonging the alleviation of motor symptoms, in people with advanced Parkinson’s disease, according to clinical data. Based on its positive results, the company is now studying IPX203’s safety and effectiveness in people with advanced Parkinson’s in a Phase ... read more
- Antimicrobial protein implicated in Parkinson’s diseaseAn immune system protein that usually protects the body from pathogens is abnormally produced in the brain during Parkinson's disease, scientists from Sanford Burnham Prebys report. The discovery, published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, indicates that developing a drug that blocks this protein, called myeloperoxidase (MPO), may help people with Parkinson's disease. ... read more
- Tech Center: Abili-Life – CBS ClevelandTech Center: Abili-Life CBS ClevelandDr. Courtney Williamson is CEO and co-founder of Abili-Life, a new device that is set to improve the lives of people with Parkinson's Disease. 50 minutes ago ... read more
- Springdale Boxing Class Helping Parkinson’s Patients Fight Back Against Disease – KFSM 5NewsonlineSpringdale Boxing Class Helping Parkinson’s Patients Fight Back Against Disease KFSM 5NewsonlineSPRINGDALE, Ark. (KFSM) — John Tolleson was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease eight years ago. 'I didn't think much in the way of a major earthquake ... read more
- How to Encourage People with Parkinson’s to ExerciseOne of the most common questions we receive from friends and care partners of people with Parkinson’s is this: “My person with Parkinson’s won’t do anything. I can’t get them to exercise, and I don’t know what to do.” With everything we know about exercise and Parkinson’s, it would seem that getting people to exercise would be easy. But it’s ... read more
- Billy Connolly opens up about Parkinson’s disease – Stuff.co.nzBilly Connolly opens up about Parkinson's disease Stuff.co.nzHe suffers from Parkinson's disease but Billy Connolly says he isn't quite done yet. ... read more
- Bacterial intestinal infections may trigger Parkinson’s diseaseMice infected with bacteria that cause mild intestinal infections exhibited Parkinson's like symptoms later in life. The findings provide a pathophysiological model in which intestinal infections may act as a trigger for Parkinson's disease. ... read more
- High Levels of Zinc Found in Hair of Parkinson’s Patients with Depression, Psychiatric Symptoms, Study SaysParkinson’s disease patients with either depression or psychiatric symptoms such as hallucinations, confusion, or illusion may have higher levels of the mineral zinc in their hair, researchers report. Their study, “Higher zinc concentrations in hair of Parkinson’s disease are associated with psychotic complications and depression,” was published in the Journal of Neural Transmission. Besides the typical motor symptoms, Parkinson’s patients ... read more
- Can gut infection trigger Parkinson’s disease?A new study by Montreal scientists published today in Nature demonstrates that a gut infection can lead to a pathology resembling Parkinson's disease (PD) in a mouse model lacking a gene linked to the human disease. ... read more
- Merck announces its decision to stop the manufacturing of Sinemet CRMerck announces its decision to stop the manufacturing of Sinemet CR July 17, 2019: Merck has informed the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that it will discontinue the manufacturing of Sinemet CR (controlled release). It emphasized that its decision is not a safety issue, but rather a manufacturing one. Patients who currently have Merck Sinemet CR at home can continue ... read more
- Parkinson’s: New study associates oxidative stress with the spreading of aberrant proteins(DZNE - German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases) Oxidative stress could be a driving force in the spreading of aberrant proteins involved in Parkinson's disease. This is the result of lab studies by researchers of the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE). The findings are published in the 'Journal of Clinical Investigation'. ... read more
- You Can’t Exercise Your Way Out of Poor Social ConnectionsWritten by Dr. Sarah King, PT, DPT Have you ever heard the phrase, you can’t exercise your way out of a bad diet? Well, the same can be said for exercising your way out of poor social connections. It can’t be done. I’ve witnessed the power of exercise on a near-daily basis at my Parkinson’s physical therapy practice. Clients walk ... read more
- Antioxidant precursor molecule could improve Parkinson’sN-acetylcysteine (NAC) is a naturally occurring molecule that replenishes one of the body's antioxidants and now shows potential benefit as part of a standard course of treatment for patients with Parkinson's disease, according to a study published in the journal, Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics. The study found improvements in dopamine levels, the primary neurotransmitter that is specifically decreased in Parkinson's ... read more
- Roach, Jackson praise boxing training to fight Parkinson’s – Washington PostRoach, Jackson praise boxing training to fight Parkinson’s Washington PostA boxing-golf doubleheader episode: How boxing training helps older athletes offset some of the devastating effects of Parkinson's disease. ... read more
- Parkinson’s Foundation Launches First-of-its-Kind Free Genetic Testing Initiative for People with Parkinson’s Disease – Yahoo FinanceParkinson's Foundation Launches First-of-its-Kind Free Genetic Testing Initiative for People with Parkinson's Disease Yahoo FinanceNEW YORK and MIAMI, July 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Parkinson's Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of ... read more
- Elon Musk’s Neuralink Says It’s Ready for Brain Surgery – BloombergElon Musk's Neuralink Says It's Ready for Brain Surgery BloombergThe startup just unveiled its plan to implant paralyzed patients with electrodes that'll let them work computers with their minds. First, it'll have to move beyond ... read more
- Parkinson’s Foundation Launches First-of-its-Kind Free Genetic Testing Initiative for People with Parkinson’s Disease – BioSpaceParkinson's Foundation Launches First-of-its-Kind Free Genetic Testing Initiative for People with Parkinson's Disease BioSpaceNEW YORK and MIAMI, July 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Parkinson's Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of ... read more
- Antioxidant precursor molecule could improve Parkinson’s(Thomas Jefferson University) The naturally occurring molecule N-acetylcysteine (NAC) shows benefit in a clinical trial for Parkinson's Disease. ... read more
- Boston Scientific aims for personalized Parkinson’s therapy with Vercise DBS – Mass DeviceBoston Scientific aims for personalized Parkinson's therapy with Vercise DBS Mass DeviceDr. Rafael Carbunaru and his team at Boston Scientific (NYSE:BSX) have spent the last twenty years at Boston Scientific building, among other things, the ... read more
- Parkinson’s disease study identifies possible new treatment target – Yale NewsParkinson's disease study identifies possible new treatment target Yale NewsA new study by Yale researchers challenges long-held assumptions about dopamine's role in Parkinson's treatment. ... read more
- Cal Poly grad creates gadget to help Parkinson’s patients step toward independence – KSBY San Luis Obispo NewsCal Poly grad creates gadget to help Parkinson's patients step toward independence KSBY San Luis Obispo NewsMost of us do it without a second thought, but for 87-year-old Korean War veteran Jack Brill, taking a step can feel impossible. “I now no longer can walk well,” ... read more
- Taking A Swing At Parkinson’s With A Boxing GloveWhen Ned Neuhaus was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) in 2013 at the age of 46, he never imagined that two years later he’d be pounding punching bags and teaching others with PD how to keep their symptoms at bay. Neuhaus is one of 60,000 Americans diagnosed each year with PD, a progressive and incurable nervous system disorder. Although treatment ... read more
- Musk’s newest startup is venturing into a series of hard problems – Ars TechnicaMusk’s newest startup is venturing into a series of hard problems Ars TechnicaTonight, Elon Musk has scheduled an event where he intends to unveil his plans for Neuralink, a startup company he announced back in 2017, then went silent ... read more
- Weight loss and Parkinson’s diseaseLearn about the relationship between Parkinson’s and weight loss Whereas it seems that much of the US population is struggling to lose weight, people with PD often have the opposite problem. Many people with PD find themselves wanting to gain weight in order to counteract seemingly unexplained weight loss. Today, we will discuss this symptom, the potential reasons behind it, ... read more
- Wearing hearing aid may help protect brain in later lifeWearing a hearing aid for age-related hearing loss may help to protect the brain against dementia, a new study finds. Researchers report those who wore hearing aids maintained better brain function over time than those who did not. ... read more
- Exercise proving a useful tool in fight against Parkinson’s disease – Tallahassee.comExercise proving a useful tool in fight against Parkinson's disease Tallahassee.comChecking in on the latest Parkinson's Disease research involving exercise was my motivation for writing this column. ... read more
- New Study: Mindfullness Yoga Lessens Anxiety and DepressionMindfulness yoga — yoga with meditation and controlled breathing — eases anxiety and depression in people with Parkinson’s, according to a recent study in JAMA Neurology. In a randomized controlled clinical trial in people with mild to moderate Parkinson’s disease (PD), Jojo Kwok, PhD, MPH, RN, ... read more
- ESPN founder Rasmussen – I have Parkinson’s – ESPNESPN founder Rasmussen - I have Parkinson's ESPNESPN founder Bill Rasmussen has disclosed that he has Parkinson's disease. ... read more
- FDA Accepts Opicapone NDA for Adjunctive Treatment of Parkinson DiseaseNeurocrine Biosciences announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted the New Drug Application (NDA) for opicapone, an investigational once daily selective catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) inhibitor, for adjunctive treatment to levodopa/carbidopa in patients with Parkinson disease experiencing OFF episodes. Opicapone works by decreasing the conversion rate of levodopa into 3-O-methyldopa thus prolonging the clinical effects and availability of levodopa ... read more
- Is Sex Good Medicine for Parkinson’s? – WebMDIs Sex Good Medicine for Parkinson's? WebMDCan sex help improve the health of a Parkinson's patient? It might -- at least for some. ... read more
- Transcranial magnetic stimulation improves cognition over time in Parkinson’s disease.Transcranial magnetic stimulation improves cognition over time in Parkinson's disease. Parkinsonism Relat Disord. 2019 Jul 08;: Authors: Trung J, Hanganu A, Jobert S, Degroot C, Mejia-Constain B, Kibreab M, Bruneau MA, Lafontaine AL, Strafella A, Monchi O Abstract INTRODUCTION: Cognitive impairment can occur in the early phase of Parkinson's disease and increases the risk of developing dementia. Cognitive deficits were ... read more
- Rare disease discovery: Antibodies fighting cancer go on to attack brain – San Francisco ChronicleRare disease discovery: Antibodies fighting cancer go on to attack brain San Francisco ChronicleA Sebastopol man is the first person to be diagnosed with a rare autoimmune condition that was triggered by an earlier bout of cancer. The disease was ... read more
- Role of Dietary Supplements in the Management of Parkinson’s Disease.Role of Dietary Supplements in the Management of Parkinson's Disease. Biomolecules. 2019 Jul 10;9(7): Authors: Ciulla M, Marinelli L, Cacciatore I, Stefano AD Abstract The use of food supplements or functional food has significantly increased in the past decades, especially to compensate both the modern lifestyle and the food shortages of the industrialized countries. Despite food supplements are habitually intended ... read more
- PR001 Gets Fast Track Status for Parkinson Disease With GBA1 MutationThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Fast Track designation to PR001 (Prevail Therapeutics) for the treatment of Parkinson disease patients with a GBA1 mutation (PD-GBA). PR001 is an investigational single-dose gene therapy that utilizes an AAV9 viral vector to deliver the GBA1 gene to a patient’s cells. Mutations in the GBA1 gene can lead to a deficiency of ... read more
- Onstryv Now Available to Patients with Parkinson’s Disease in CanadaPatients in Canada with diagnosed Parkinson’s disease can now receive Onstryv (safinamide) to help manage their symptoms and their “off” episodes. This follows the approval of Onstryv by Health Canada in January 2019 as an add-on treatment to improve motor function in Parkinson’s patients who experience “off periods” while taking other therapies such as levodopa. The oral therapy will be ... read more
- NSCF Will Launch First 3D Cellular Model of Parkinson’s to International Space StationThe National Stem Cell Foundation (NSCF) announced it will launch the first 3D cellular models of Parkinson’s disease, and primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS), to the International Space Station (ISS) to study the cells in low-gravity conditions. “This innovative approach to study has the potential to provide new insights into the mechanism of these diseases that may accelerate new drug ... read more
- Acute Effects of Subthalamic Deep Brain Stimulation on Motor Outcomes in Parkinson’s Disease; 13 Year Follow Up.Acute Effects of Subthalamic Deep Brain Stimulation on Motor Outcomes in Parkinson's Disease; 13 Year Follow Up. Front Neurol. 2019;10:689 Authors: Zhou H, Wang L, Zhang C, Qiu X, Hu W, van der Stelt O, Ramirez-Zamora A, Li D Abstract Objective: Deep brain stimulation of the Subthalamic nucleus (STN-DBS) is a safe and well-established therapy for the management of refractory ... read more
- Sterling Marlin to race again in Nashville after surgery for Parkinson’s disease – The TennesseanSterling Marlin to race again in Nashville after surgery for Parkinson's disease The TennesseanFour months after undergoing surgery for Parkinson's, disease two-time Daytona 500 champion Sterling Marlin plans to return to the race track Saturday night. ... read more
- 10 things that can help you cope with your new diagnosis of Parkinson’s DiseaseMany bloggers write about what you can do to cope with a new diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease. We all have a different take on the issue, so if you have just been diagnosed, look for other blogs with similar titles. As they say in the Parkie world, we are like snowflakes, no two of us are alike. Each one of ... read more
- Cells In Space! Kentucky Company Hopes Experiment Will Help MS, Parkinson’s Treatment – WKU Public RadioCells In Space! Kentucky Company Hopes Experiment Will Help MS, Parkinson's Treatment WKU Public RadioA Kentucky-based company will soon send human cells into space on a NASA rocket with the goal of potentially helping scientists find treatments and cures. ... read more
- Sleep disturbances in Parkinson’s disease are associated with ce | JPR – Dove Medical PressSleep disturbances in Parkinson's disease are associated with ce | JPR Dove Medical PressSleep disturbances in Parkinson's disease are associated with central parkinsonian pain N Vila-Chã,1–4 S Cavaco1,2, A Mendes,1–3 A Gonçalves,1–3 I ... read more
- Researchers look to cycling as possible treatment option for Parkinson’s disease – WCVB BostonResearchers look to cycling as possible treatment option for Parkinson's disease WCVB BostonParkinson's is a disorder caused by a loss of neurons in the brain that produce dopamine. The symptoms include shaking, stiffness and instability. ... read more
- Why #CuresForAll?I recently joined a campaign from I AM ALS to tear down some of the barriers that exist between different neurological diseases. Over the course of this year I have gotten to know one of the group’s co-founders, Brian Wallach. Brian is a lawyer, father, husband and advocate who was diagnosed with ALS in November 2017. He was working as ... read more
- My 3 Keys to Living With Parkinson’s Disease – Yahoo NewsMy 3 Keys to Living With Parkinson's Disease Yahoo NewsThe author shares how he utilizes exercise, social connectedness and creativity to stay healthy with Parkinson's disease. ... read more
- Franklin Lakes man, 64, is running 1,000 miles to help unify America – NorthJersey.comFranklin Lakes man, 64, is running 1,000 miles to help unify America NorthJersey.comThe goal of Grogin's 'Strides for Humanity' is to meet regular Americans, hear their stories, celebrate our nation's diversity, and inspire. ... read more
- Caring for the Caregiver: Local caregiver takes next step in journey to heal Parkinson’s – WKRC TV CincinnatiCaring for the Caregiver: Local caregiver takes next step in journey to heal Parkinson's WKRC TV CincinnatiINDEPENDENCE, Ky. (WKRC) - It's a common concern for many caregivers: How do you care for a loved one and take care of yourself too? For more than a ... read more
- Participants seeing benefits of YMCA’s exercise classes for Parkinson’s patients – Champaign/Urbana News-GazetteParticipants seeing benefits of YMCA's exercise classes for Parkinson's patients Champaign/Urbana News-GazetteThis summer, the Stephens Family YMCA began offering three classes each week, including a cycling class, an interval class and a class in which participants ... read more
- Inventions we use every day that were actually created for space exploration – USA TODAYInventions we use every day that were actually created for space exploration USA TODAYUnlike inventions we no longer use, these inventions are employed daily to save lives, improve environmental sustainability, and keep humans healthy. ... read more
- FDA Grants Fast Track Designation For Prevail’s Parkinson’s TreatmentPrevail Therapeutics (NASDAQ: PRVL) shares are trading higher after the company received FDA fast track designation for PR001 for the treatment of Parkinson's disease patients with a GBA1 mutation. ... read more
- UAB study identifies promising target for Parkinson’s disease – Alabama NewsCenterUAB study identifies promising target for Parkinson's disease Alabama NewsCenterAn international research team led by scientists at the University of Alabama at Birmingham has identified a potential target for therapeutics that might help slow ... read more
- Parkinson’s and the Gut – What do we know? What can we do?There has been a lot of talk in the last few years about the brain-gut connection, and how Parkinson’s Disease may start in the gut. In this article we’ll explore:
- What the gut microbiome isThe impact of the gut microbiome on Parkinson’s symptomsThe causes of poor gut healthA 4-step daily routine you can ... read more
- 40 years after historic All-Star Game, Dave Parker battles Parkinson’s, helps at Reds Youth Academy – cleveland.com40 years after historic All-Star Game, Dave Parker battles Parkinson's, helps at Reds Youth Academy cleveland.com40 years ago, Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Dave Parker became the first position player named MVP because of defense. ... read more
- Rock Steady: Boxing to Treat Parkinson’s – Trinidad GuardianRock Steady: Boxing to Treat Parkinson's Trinidad GuardianBoxing is typically viewed as a violent sport for the brave; testing the will and endurance of the athletes. However, a new technique called Rock Steady Boxing ... read more
- Brief Report: Hair Loss Linked to Dopamine Agonists“It is foolish to pluck out one’s hair for sorrow, as if grief could be assuaged by baldness.” Marcus Tullius Cicero “Anyone can be confident with a full head of hair. But a confident bald man – there’s your diamond in the rough.” Larry David ... read more
- “I knocked out a tweet and within half an hour my feed was going mad”UK veteran journalist and BBC technology correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones, 61, recently went public about his Parkinson’s diagnosis – prompting an outpouring of support and praise from the Parkinson’s community. He discusses how his diagnosis ‘landed him in a strange place’, explains how he was encouraged to seek medical help by a concerned viewer – and shares the difficulties of keeping ... read more
- To cure brain diseases, neuroscientists must collaborate: That’s why I’m giving my data away – The Conversation – CanadaTo cure brain diseases, neuroscientists must collaborate: That's why I'm giving my data away The Conversation - CanadaSince watching Jurassic Park for the first time as a kid, I've been fascinated by the biology of cells and DNA, and the potential to make a dinosaur for real. ... read more
- Could this newly discovered protein help treat Parkinson’s?Researchers have identified a protein that could reduce toxic aggregations in the brain. Their finding could lead to new therapies for Parkinson's disease. ... read more
- Active sexual life may benefit men with early Parkinson’s diseaseAccording to a new longitudinal study, sexual activity was associated with lower motor and non-motor disabilities, as well as improved quality of life, in men with Parkinson's disease. ... read more
- Deep Brain Stimulation May Ease Some of Common Urinary Problems in Parkinson’s Patients, Study ReportsDeep brain stimulation (DBS) can help to alleviate some urinary symptoms — such as urinary frequency, urgency, and incontinence — in Parkinson’s patients, and is particularly helpful to women, a large study reports. The study, “Clinical study of the effects of deep brain stimulation on urinary dysfunctions in patients with Parkinson’s disease,” was published in Clinical Intervention in Aging. DBS involves ... read more
- Lino Lakes woman inspired to share her journey with Parkinson’s – Press PubsLino Lakes woman inspired to share her journey with Parkinson's Press PubsLINO LAKES — It took a Lino Lakes resident four hours and 17 minutes to complete this year's Grandma's Marathon in Duluth, a feat she accomplished despite ... read more
- Harmonizing For Health: A Choir Of Parkinson’s Patients In Metro Atlanta | 90.1 FM WABE – WABE 90.1 FMHarmonizing For Health: A Choir Of Parkinson's Patients In Metro Atlanta | 90.1 FM WABE WABE 90.1 FMBy Judi Kanne Singing isn't new for Mike Shortal, who is 81 and lives in Sandy Springs. He loves music and says being a member of a choir has long been one ... read more
- Sense of smell, pollution and neurological disease connection explored – Penn State NewsSense of smell, pollution and neurological disease connection explored Penn State NewsA consensus is building that air pollution can cause neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease, but how fine, sooty particles ... read more
- Lewy Bodies Are Made of Much More than Alpha-Synuclein, Study FindsInsoluble alpha-synuclein protein has long been thought to be the main component of Parkinson’s hallmark Lewy bodies, but researchers have now reported these abnormal aggregates are also made of cell membrane fragments, fat-like substances, and other cellular components. This finding was reported in a study, “Lewy pathology in Parkinson’s disease consists of crowded organelles and lipid membranes,” that was published ... read more
- Human Gut Microbes Identified That Process Levodopa“Symbiosis is a much higher reflection of intelligent life.” Frederick Lenz “Why do we do basic research? To learn about ourselves.” Walter Gilbert Overview: Reading the article entitled “Discovery and inhibition of an interspecies gut bacterial pathway for Levodopa metabolism” from V. Maini Rekdal et al., Science 364, eaau6323 (2019) (DOI: 10.1126/science.aau6323- open access) made me realize why I ... read more
- Upcoming Victory Summit in PhiladelphiaOn August 24th, in Philadelphia, PA, hundreds of people with Parkinson’s and those who care about them will be meeting together at the Davis Phinney Foundation Victory Summit. I have attended four Victory Summits and find them to be informative, inspiring, uplifting, and empowering. Registration is free. If you are on the East Coast or […] ... read more
- ‘Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice’ Documentary Bought for North America – Variety‘Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice’ Documentary Bought for North America VarietyGreenwich Entertainment and 1091 have co-acquired the North American distribution rights to the documentary “Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice.”. ... read more
- EAN 2019: Semantic fluency impairment may predict Parkinson’s disease dementia – medwireNewsEAN 2019: Semantic fluency impairment may predict Parkinson's disease dementia medwireNewsEAN2019: Research highlights semantic fluency impairment and underlying amygdala atrophy as predictive factors of cognitive decline in Parkinson's. ... read more
- Charity invests £1 million to develop a treatment to slow down progression of Parkinson’s – EurekAlertCharity invests £1 million to develop a treatment to slow down progression of Parkinson's EurekAlertCharity Parkinson's UK is partnering with NRG Therapeutics Ltd to discover and develop a potential drug that could safeguard dopamine cells that are damaged ... read more
- Sense of smell, pollution and neurological disease connection exploredDamaged olfactory neurons as a result of air pollution may contribute to altered cerebrospinal fluid flow and turnover, acting as a potential mechanism for the development of neurodegenerative diseases. ... read more
- New Research shows link between Parkinson’s disease and the microbiomeSYRACUSE, N.Y., July 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- A simple saliva swab may provide an accurate way of detecting Parkinson's disease in its earliest stages, according to a study just published in the journal Plos One. In a paper titled 'The oral microbiome of early stage Parkinson's disease and ... read more
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the main field or group of cyclists in a racean exercise bike streaming indoor cycling classes to your home live and on-demand. Mr. Twitchy and I acquired a Peloton bike a couple of years ago. A Peloton Bike is essentially ... 
I am Allison’s Parkinson’s. I didn’t plan to be so negative. It’s just my nature. I slowly began taking over her brain, killing dopamine producing cells and receptors. She didn’t even know I was there in her substantia nigra, located smack dab in her ... 
They are an easy scapegoat. Incredibly wealthy and powerful faceless entities that seem hell-bent on squeezing every penny they can out of desperate patients. While there are plenty of stories of unscrupulous practices from industry, ... 
There has been a lot of talk in the last few years about the brain-gut connection, and how 
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