27 stories tagged #Parkinson's Disease

  1. New Mouse Model Links Common Virus to Parkinson's-Like Damage
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    New Mouse Model Links Common Virus to Parkinson's-Like Damage

    Texas A&M researchers used a mouse virus to model how infections might trigger Parkinson's disease, causing lasting motor problems by destroying dopamine neurons.

    3d ago 1 min read
  2. Women with Parkinson's Show Greater Alzheimer's Pathology, Study Finds
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    Women with Parkinson's Show Greater Alzheimer's Pathology, Study Finds

    Autopsy research reveals women with Parkinson's disease have significantly higher amyloid plaque levels than men, despite similar cognitive outcomes.

    2w ago 1 min read
  3. Sleep Drooling: Medical Causes, Treatments, and Warning Signs
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    Sleep Drooling: Medical Causes, Treatments, and Warning Signs

    Experts explain why nocturnal drooling occurs, practical mitigation strategies, and when excessive salivation signals underlying neurological or airway disorders requiring medical intervention.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. Deep Brain Stimulation Restores Independence in Parkinson's Patients
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    Deep Brain Stimulation Restores Independence in Parkinson's Patients

    New qualitative study finds STN-DBS restores daily autonomy for Parkinson's patients, yet fear of symptom recurrence remains.

    last mo. 1 min read
  5. Study: Parkinson's Disease Perception Bleakest in Women, Younger Patients
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    Study: Parkinson's Disease Perception Bleakest in Women, Younger Patients

    A new study reveals that women, younger adults, and those with longer disease duration have the most negative perceptions of Parkinson's disease, highlighting a need for targeted care.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  6. BCAAs May Ease Gut Inflammation in Parkinson's Disease
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    BCAAs May Ease Gut Inflammation in Parkinson's Disease

    New study suggests branched-chain amino acids could improve gut health and reduce immune dysfunction in Parkinson's disease.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  7. Parkinson's Disease May Not Be One Condition, Study Finds
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    Parkinson's Disease May Not Be One Condition, Study Finds

    New Belgian research using machine learning suggests Parkinson's disease may be several distinct conditions, challenging current treatment approaches.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  8. Diet and Parkinson’s Risk: Experts Weigh In
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    Diet and Parkinson’s Risk: Experts Weigh In

    Observational research links Mediterranean diet, flavonoids, and coffee to lower Parkinson’s risk, while dairy and ultraprocessed foods may raise it.

    2mo ago 2 min read