News tagged with parkinson s disease
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World-first virtual reality study to trial new Parkinson's treatment
In a world-first study, researchers at the Brain and Mind Research Institute (BMRI) at the University of Sydney may have found a new way to help the Parkinson's disease patients who experience walking problems.
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Jun 20, 2011 |
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Potential cause of severe sleep disorder discovered, implications for Parkinson's disease
Researchers at the University of Toronto are the first to indentify a potential cause for a severe sleep disorder that has been closely linked to Parkinson's disease and other neurodegenerative diseases.
Neuroscience
Jun 15, 2011 |
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Parkinson's patients sing in tune with creative arts therapy
Twice a month a jam session takes place on the third floor of Northwestern Memorial's Prentice Women's Hospital. A diverse group of men and women, ranging in age and ethnicity, gather in a circle with instruments in hand ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Jun 14, 2011 |
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Landmark study analyzes scientific productivity and impact of the top 100 PD investigators
IOS Press is pleased to announce the publication of a landmark study in which both traditional and innovative scientometric approaches have been employed to identify the top 100 Parkinson's disease (PD) investigators since ...
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Jun 09, 2011 |
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New method for measuring Parkinson's disease prevalence reveals sharp increase in Israel
In a new study published today in the inaugural issue of the Journal of Parkinson's Disease, Israeli researchers report that by tracking pharmacy purchases of anti-Parkinson drugs they could estimate the number of Parkin ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Jun 09, 2011 |
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New animal study shows promise for development of Parkinson's disease drug
Few treatments for Parkinson's disease (PD) restore function for extended periods. In a new study published today in the inaugural issue issue of the Journal of Parkinson's Disease, an international group of researchers report ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Jun 09, 2011 |
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People with Parkinson's disease may have double the risk for melanoma
An analysis of several studies shows that people with Parkinson's disease have a significantly higher risk of melanoma, the most dangerous type of skin cancer and the leading cause of death from skin diseases. The research ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Jun 06, 2011 |
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High risk of Parkinson's disease for people exposed to pesticides near workplace
In April 2009, researchers at UCLA announced they had discovered a link between Parkinson's disease and two chemicals commonly sprayed on crops to fight pests.
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
May 26, 2011 |
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New approach simplifies Parkinson's surgery
(Medical Xpress) -- University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics has become the second academic medical center in the country where neurosurgeons can perform deep-brain stimulation (DBS) in an intra-operative ...
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May 25, 2011 |
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Bipolar disorder: Mind-body connection suggests new directions for treatment, research
A new study by motor control and psychology researchers at Indiana University suggests that postural control problems may be a core feature of bipolar disorder, not just a random symptom, and can provide insights both into ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
May 24, 2011 |
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Ulcer bacteria may contribute to development of Parkinson's disease
The stomach bacteria responsible for ulcers could also play a role in the development of Parkinson's disease according to research presented today at the 111th General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology.
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
May 22, 2011 |
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Animal results may pave way to treating rare mitochondrial diseases in children
A human drug that both prevents and cures kidney failure in mice sheds light on disabling human mitochondrial disorders, and may represent a potential treatment in people with such illnesses.
Medical research
May 19, 2011 |
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Tai chi helps prevent falls and improve mental health in the elderly
Tai chi has particular health benefits for older people, including helping to prevent falls and improving mental wellbeing, reveals a review published ahead of print in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
Health
May 16, 2011 |
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Stem cells reverse disease in a model of Parkinson's disease
In a new study to be published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, researchers compared the ability of cells derived from different types of human stem cell to reverse disease in a rat model of Parkinson disease and id ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
May 16, 2011 |
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New mouse model may lead to new therapies for degenerative diseases
Most degenerative diseases begin with a gradual loss of specific cell types that progresses, eventually leading to symptoms. For example, in type I diabetes, hyperglycemia commonly develops when approximately 80 percent of ...
Medical research
May 16, 2011 |
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