Parkinson's Disease : Science World Report

Jun 23, 2015 01:02 PM EDT

Parkinson's Disease Starts In The Gut, New Study Suggests

Scientists are still learning about Parkinson's Disease (PD), a neurodegenerative health issue that affects movement. However, researchers at Aarhus University and Aarhus University Hospital believe that the health issue may start in the gut. The findings are published in the journal Annals of Neuro...

Jun 18, 2015 09:16 PM EDT

16 Types Of Cancer Linked To Progressive Disorder

New findings published in JAMA Oncology reveal that this neurodegenerative health disorder may be connected to some types of cancer.

Jun 13, 2015 02:47 PM EDT

The FDA Has Approved A Brain Implant For Parkinson's Disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a new treatment for Parkinson's disease, a neurological disorder that progressively attacks the nervous system, affecting the body's ability to properly function. Though there is no cure for Parkinson's disease at this time, the new treat...

May 21, 2015 11:14 AM EDT

Depression Increases Risk Of Parkinson's Disease

New findings published in the journal Neurology show that depression can increase your risk of Parkinson's disease, along with a host of other health issues.

Feb 25, 2015 07:25 PM EST

Parkinson's Patients Deal With Reduced Visual Contrast Acuity

New findings published in the Journal of Parkinson's Disease show that patients with Parkinson's disease have difficulties with visual acuity in low-contrast images.

Aug 15, 2014 02:38 PM EDT

Parkinson's Disease: Robin Williams' Added Struggles in Coping with the Neurodegenerative Diagnosis

Not long after the death of 63-year-old comedian and actor Robin Williams, stunned fans learned that along with battling depression, anxiety and staying sober, he was also suffering from the initial stages of Parkinson's Disease.

Jul 28, 2014 02:26 PM EDT

Six Newly Discovered Gene Variants Reveal more about the Risks of Parkinson's Disease

Researchers at the National Institute on Aging have discovered six new genetic risk factors connected to Parkinson's disease--a progressive disorder of the nervous system that disrupts movement and that's typically seen in older individuals.

Jul 25, 2014 02:47 PM EDT

Anti-Inflammatory Parkinson's Drug Helps Protect Vulnerable Neurons

Though scientists are still searching for a cure, a new anti-inflammatory drug could be successful for treating the illness.

Jul 04, 2014 06:36 PM EDT

A little Walking Helps Alleviate Symptoms of Parkinson's

For those suffering from the problem, a recent study shows that a little regular walking could help to greatly alleviate symptoms. Furthermore, findings from the journal Neurology show that it could even improve motor function, food, fatigue, fitness and cognitive issues related to the health proble...

Apr 19, 2014 06:31 PM EDT

Research Finds New Potential Depression Treatment for Parkinson's Disease Patients

Scientists from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine recently conducted a study to assess depression treatment for patients with Parkinson’s Disease by examining both depressed and non-depressed patients.

Mar 10, 2014 05:03 PM EDT

Parkinson's Disease Increases Risk of Dementia

A recent study shows that by it may now be possible to identify symptoms experienced by first-stage Parkinson's patients who will go on to develop dementia, according to researchers at the Institut Universitaire de Geriatrie de Montreal.

Apr 25, 2012 11:50 AM EDT

Scientists Uncover Strong Support for Once-marginalized Theory on Parkinson's Disease

University of California, San Diego scientists have used powerful computational tools and laboratory tests to discover new support for a once-marginalized theory about the underlying cause of Parkinson's disease.