Bacteria in the small intestine can deaminate levodopa, the main drug that is used to treat Parkinson’s disease. Bacterial processing
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Scientists look to cell recycling tools for new ways to treat Parkinson’s disease
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine are taking a closer look at the molecular machinery that recycles mitochondria, the cell’s powerhouse,
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Concussion linked to heightened risk of dementia and Parkinson’s disease
Concussion is linked to a heightened risk of subsequent hyperactivity disorder, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease, as well as mood and
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A third of people with Parkinson’s have experienced increased symptoms during lockdown
A third of people with Parkinson’s have experienced increased symptoms during lockdown, according to a survey by Lancaster University and
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Researchers stimulate improvements in Parkinson’s treatment
New research led by QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute has identified ways to make the most widely-used advanced treatment for
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Disrupted circadian rhythms linked to later Parkinson’s diagnoses
Older men who have a weak or irregular circadian rhythm guiding their daily cycles of rest and activity are more
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Parkinson’s disease – how often do you wee in a day? How your toilet trips can reveal risk
Parkinson’s disease is a condition that causes the brain to become progressively more damaged over time, said the NHS. You
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Modified Parkinson’s drug shows potential in treating nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition characterized by excessive fat accumulation in the liver. It can cause serious
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From depression to Parkinson’s disease: The healing power of dance
Why do we stop dancing when we grow up? Why do we disconnect and alienate ourselves from the body? It
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