Parkinson’s Disease in the News

Neuromelanin-sensitive MRI a Potential Biomarker for Psychosis  Technology NetworksResearchers have shown that a type of magnetic resonance imaging -- called neuromelanin-sensitive MRI (NM-MRI) -- is a potential biomarker for psychosis. ... read more

OIST scientists have gained new insight into the abnormal brain activity underlying Parkinson's disease. In a mouse model of the disease, the scientists observed that one group of neurons in a particu ... read more

The number of people living with Parkinson's disease worldwide could double in the next two decades, experts project. In a report warning of a possible Parkinson's "pandemic," researchers say the stag ... read more

Global and regional analysis of Parkinson's Disease Market by Market Insights, dynamics, Revenue and Forecast by 2024  Markets PioneerParkinson's Disease Market report covers the disease overview, definition, classification, symptoms, ethology, pathophysiology and diagnostic methods. ... read more

TUESDAY, Feb. 19, 2019 (HealthDay News) -- The number of people living with Parkinson's disease worldwide could double in the next two decades, experts project. In a report warning of a possible Parki ... read more

Patient-Derived Neurons Show Promise as Model for Parkinson’s Research, Study Finds  Parkinson's News TodayStem cell-derived neurons from patients with familial forms of Parkinson's may be used as a valuable model to screen and develop novel therapies for this ... read more

Neuron Degeneration in ALS May be Halted by Vps4 Protein, Study Finds  ALS News TodayA study shows that Vps4 protein protects nerve cells by promoting autophagy and preventing degeneration, which provides new insights for ALS research. ... read more

Having More Comorbidities Linked with Confusion After DBS in Parkinson’s Patients  Parkinson's News TodayHaving a higher number of comorbidities is associated with postoperative confusion in Parkinson's patients undergoing deep brain stimulation (DBS), according ... read more

Parkinson’s Disease diagnosis has not stopped Leeds sci-fi and fantasy writer Simon Ounsley  Yorkshire PostSimon Ounsley was one of the founders of the longest running British sci-fi magazine. Now the Leeds writer has published his first children's book. ... read more

The tell-tale tremors of Parkinson's disease emerge from abnormal activity in a brain region crucial for voluntary movement. Using a mouse model of the disease, researchers at the Okinawa ... read more

Pacemaker for the brain is part of an experimental PTSD treatment  The Globe and MailResearchers in Toronto are using electrodes to regulate circuitry in areas of the brain that are associated with the stress disorder's symptoms. ... read more

Local cyclists raise awareness, support for Parkinson's patients  WTVCSeveral cyclists in the Chattanooga area rode for a reason this weekend. Athletes at the Echelon Center are helping people who have Parkinson's disease. ... read more

'Bicycle in a Ransacked City: An Elegy' Is A Heartbreaking and Youthful Confession | Arts  Harvard CrimsonAndres Cerpa's first collection of poetry is intense and devastating. Titled “Bicycle in a Ransacked City: An Elegy,” the collection has much to elegize: a father, ... read more

YouTube videos behind rise of ‘Flat Earthers’  The Tribune IndiaTheTribune: Houston: Popular video-sharing site YouTube may be the prime driver behind the rise in the number of people who think the earth is flat, scientists ... read more

Researchers describe how cell replacement therapies could treat Parkinson's disease  Mental DailyCell replacement therapy might help alleviate the motor symptoms synonymous with Parkinson's disease in the near future, a new study has found. Today ... read more

Cell replacement may play an increasing role in alleviating the motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD) in future. Writing in a special supplement to the Journal of Parkinson's Disease, experts des ... read more

Could hackers 'brainjack' your memories in future?  BBC NewsImagine being able to scroll through your memories like an Instagram feed, reliving with vivid details your favourite life moments and backing up the dearest ... read more

Community helps out as beloved coach battles Parkinson's Disease  FOX 10 News PhoenixFamily and friends are coming together to make a difference for a beloved coach in their community, after he was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. FOX 10's ... read more

Health digest: Tower Health presents classes and support groups  Reading EagleTower Health will present the following classes and support groups: Wednesday: Aquatic Fitness, Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, 2802 ... read more

Medical marijuana could be purchased for more conditions under Iowa Senate bill  Des Moines RegisterThe Senate bill would add let nurse practitioners and physician assistants join physicians in certifying Iowa patients for medical marijuana. ... read more

2023 Global Parkinson's Disease Drugs Market Segmentation by Recent Developments of Major Vendors  Fashion HeraldParkinson’s Disease Drugs market report segments the market and forecasts its size, by volume and value, on the basis of application, products, and ... read more

Texas man who spent $20M of employees' taxes on luxury cars, vacations gets 30 months in prison  Dallas NewsA Houston-area man will spend 30 months in jail and must pay more than $20 million to the IRS after he admitted using the money to fund a lavish ... read more

Town Crier: Tuesday's Highlights | Announcements  Casper Star-Tribune OnlineUnited Way of Natrona County will once again partner with Wyoming Free Tax *Service* and local volunteers to provide free tax preparation. Through the ... read more

Japan Approves iPS Cell Therapy Trial for Spinal Cord Injury  The ScientistThe Japanese government's health ministry has given the go-ahead for a trial of human induced pluripotent stem cells to treat spinal cord injury, Reuters reports ... read more

At the Senior Center  Wicked Local NewtonEvents below take place at the Newton Senior Center, 345 Walnut St., Newton. For more information, call 617-796-1670. For more events and programs, visit ... read more