Genetic factors can predict the progression of Parkinson’s disease
( IOS Press ) Parkinson's disease is marked by the abnormal accumulation of ?-synuclein and the early loss of dopamine neurons in the substantia nigra region of the brain. A polymorphism in the Continue Reading
New MRI method can track progression of multiple sclerosis
Medical researchers at the University of Alberta have discovered a new way to track the progression of multiple sclerosis (MS) in those living with the disease, by using a powerful, triple strength Continue Reading
NACP and MAPT polymorphisms interact to influence rate of Parkinson’s progression
Parkinson's disease is marked by the abnormal accumulation of ?-synuclein and the early loss of dopamine neurons in the substantia nigra region of the brain. A polymorphism in the promotor of Continue Reading
Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease – Video
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Increased arm swing asymmetry is early sign of Parkinson’s disease
( Penn State ) People with Parkinson's disease swing their arms asymmetrically -- one arm swings less than the other -- when walking. This unusual movement is easily detected early when drugs and Continue Reading
From the Outside In: Mayo Clinic Collaboration Finds Multiple Sclerosis Often Starts in Brain’s Outer Layers
ROCHESTER, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Multiple sclerosis (MS) may progress from the outermost layers of the brain to its deep parts, and isn’t always an “inside-out” process as previously thought, Continue Reading
Multiple sclerosis often starts in brain’s outer layers
Multiple sclerosis may progress from the outermost layers of the brain to its deep parts, and isn't always an "inside-out" process as previously thought, reported a new study. The traditional Continue Reading
Multiple sclerosis often starts in brain’s outer layers: study
Multiple sclerosis (MS) may progress from the outermost layers of the brain to its deep parts, and isn't always an "inside-out" process as previously thought, reported a new collaborative study from Continue Reading
Dr. Paul Donohue: Multiple sclerosis can often relapse, remit
Dear Dr. Donohue: My granddaughter was recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. She soon will be 45 Read more: Dr. Paul Donohue: Multiple sclerosis can often relapse, remit Continue Reading
Exposure to industrial solvents raises risk for Parkinson’s, study says
A recent scientific study of 99 pairs of twins - with one twin in each pair having Parkinson's disease - reports that exposure to two common industrial solvents most raised the risk for developing Continue Reading
Researchers decode a puzzling movement disorder
( University of Bonn ) Scientists from the Life & Brain Research Center and Neurology Clinic of Bonn University have now taken a roundabout path: They reprogrammed skin cells from patients with a Continue Reading
Website helps teens cope with dementia in the family
When June Shin's husband was diagnosed with early-onset dementia in late 2006, she could find no resources to help her three young children cope with the conflicting emotions they felt or the chaos Continue Reading
New website designed to help teens cope with early-onset dementia in a parent
TORONTO - When June Shin's husband was diagnosed with early-onset dementia in late 2006, she could find no resources to help her three young children cope with the conflicting emotions they felt or Continue Reading
Parkinson’s Disease Treatment – Patient Testimony "Lad" – Video
Lad has been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease and was brought to Florida Detox Continue reading here: Parkinson's Disease Treatment - Patient Testimony "Lad" - Video Continue Reading
Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease – Video
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Pat Summitt’s dementia diagnosis helps raise awareness about Alzheimer’s, support by others
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee coach Pat Summitt hopes her public battle with dementia raises awareness about the disease and inspires people to do more. The rest is here: Pat Summitt’s dementia Continue Reading
Parkinson’s Disease: World Drug Market 2011-2021
NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Parkinson%s Disease: World Drug Market... Visit link: Parkinson's Continue Reading
Dementia rates to double by 2050
Dementia expert Grace O'Sullivan is calling for the disease to become a countrywide priority because the number of people affected is expected to double by 2050. Here is the original post: Dementia Continue Reading
FDA Panel: Teva Parkinson’s Drug Doesn’t Slow Disease
FDA Panel: Teva Parkinson's Drug Doesn't Slow Disease Visit link: FDA Panel: Teva Parkinson's Drug Doesn't Slow Disease Continue Reading
Parkinson’s group to meet Monday
The Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will meet from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Monday in the Park Centre Garden Room. Follow this link: Parkinson’s group to meet Monday Continue Reading
