Woman Who Can Smell Parkinson's' Helps Scientists Develop Test
More than 40 years ago, Joy Milne noticed an abrupt change in the natural odor of her husband, Les, when he was 33-years-old.
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Psilocybin Microdosing Study Finds Improved Mental Health and Psychomotor Dexterity in Those Over 55
In the world's largest psilocybin microdosing trial, it was the 55 and over age group that benefitted most.
New Blood Test Could Diagnose Parkinson's Before it Begins Damaging the Nervous System
Current diagnoses of Parkinson's are largely based on clinical symptoms after significant neurological damage has already occurred
'A Bicycle Built for Two' Might Improve Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease-Study
Tandem cycling improved mobility and walking speed, and decreased disease progression and disease burden in Parkinson's patients.
First Advanced Parkinson's Patient to Walk Again with New Spinal Implant, 'It's Incredible'
The team says it's committed to testing this same intervention in 6 more patients to get a really good feel for its future potential.
Boy Invents Smart Spoon for His Uncle's Trembling Hands that Is Affordable in India
Anil's spoon costs less than half of what similar spoons go for, making it possible for 7 million Indian Parkinson's patients to afford it.
Tai Chi Can Curb Parkinson's Disease Symptoms for Years and Lower Needed Drug Doses-Study
Any visitor to China will have undoubtedly seen old folks doing Tai Chi in the park, a popular activity to keep limber, espeically in winter.
Gentle Ear Stimulation Shown to Significantly Reduce Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease-Even Months Later
A simple new non-invasive device from the University of Kent could drastically improve the livelihood of people living with Parkinson's disease.
Robo-Spoon Allows Disabled People to Eat With More Control
This auto-correcting robotic spoon is groundbreaking for patients with cerebral palsy, spinal injuries, or Huntington's disease.
These Simple, Wearable Devices Use a Laser to Prevent 'Freezing' Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
These simple, wearable lasers have been shown to prevent "freezing of gait"-and its creators have just been given the money to bring the devices to the US.
Parkinson's Patients Experience Significant Reduction in Tremors Thanks to Ultrasound Procedure
Not only was the procedure found to be safe and well-tolerated, it was also shown to dramatically improve the patients' quality of life.
New Study Says Infrared Lasers Destroy Harmful Plaques in Alzheimer's Brains
A new study from the Tokyo University of Science shows how infrared lasers can destroy harmful plaques that build up in Alzheimer's brains.
Biologists have Found a Way to Regenerate Neurons in Mice with Parkinson's Using CRISPR Gene Editing
Using CRISPR to alter the genetics of astrocytes in mice, researchers hope they've discovered how to regenerate neurons in patients with Parkinsons disease.
Michael J. Fox Climbs North Dakota Mountain to Fund Parkinson's Research
Michael J. Fox joined hikers to raise $1 million for Parkinson's research on the way to the top of the White Butte.
The Inspiring Story of The Parkinson's Painter Who Finally Followed His Dream
After his Parkinson's diagnosis at age 65, Norman Greenstein turned dark times into opportunity by fulfilling his dream of being an artist.
Michael J. Fox Raises $1.5 Billion to Help Find a Parkinson's Cure: 'I Won't Stop Until It Happens'
Michael J. Fox talks about working to raise over $1.5 billion to help find a Parkinson's cure. Here's his fascinating story of philanthropy.
TikTok Users Rallied to Design a Better Pill Bottle for People With Parkinson's
TikTok users have rallied to 3D-print better pill bottles that are easily usable by people with shaky hands, such as those with Parkison's.
Chemists Find Breakthrough Treatment for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's That Protects Brain Cells From Amyloid Plaque
Researchers at Ural Federal University have synthesized chemical compounds that can stop the degeneration of neurons in severe brain pathologies.
Coffee is Now Linked to Reduced Risk of Many Ailments, Including Liver Disease, Parkinson's, Melanoma, Even Suicide
Though it has been classified as a carcinogen in the past, there's no end to the health benefits of coffee, finds review from WS and Harvard
Parkinson's Disease Symptoms 'Reversed' by Mini Implant Bringing Hope
For 10% of all patients, a 3-hour survey to implant a tiny battery could restore patients' movement from struggling to walk to playing golf.
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