Concussion May Increase Parkinson’s Risk
A new study reveals veterans who suffered a concussion are at a 56% increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease.... Read More...
Parkinson’s disease
New Blood Test Useful to Detect Those at Risk of Developing Alzheimer’s
Researchers have developed a new blood test capable of detecting biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease long before the first symptoms appear.... Read More...
Parkinson’s Disease and Binge Eating
A new study sheds light on why some people with Parkinson's disease binge eat. Researchers report working memory impairment and alterations in reward sensitivity could be behind why binge eating can be problematic in those with Parkinson's.... Read More...
Parkinson’s Gene Initiates Disease Outside of the Brain
A new study reveals the LRRK2 genetic mutation may alter cells circulating outside of the brain. Researchers report the mutation may alter how immune cells react to common illnesses, causing an inflammatory reaction in the brain that can lead to the development of Parkinson's disease.... Read More...
New Genetic Mutation Linked to ALS
Researchers report the KIF5A gene is linked to ALS.... Read More...
In Search For the Clocks Behind Aging Brain Disorders
A new study reveals neurodegenerative diseases may speed up the aging process.... Read More...
Structure of Protein Associated with Parkinson’s and Inflammation Uncovered
Researchers have identified the structure of a protein involved in inflammation and implicated in Parkinson's disease.... Read More...
Domino Effect: Individual Damaged Neuron Types Cause Neurodegenerative Diseases
Age related neurodegeneration may be delayed by preventing oxidative damage in a few neuron types, researchers report.... Read More...
New Way to Stop Inflammation in Alzheimer’s and Immune System Disorders
Researchers report new findings about the immune system could help treat inflammation in Alzheimer's disease and could save people from deadly inflammation associated with sepsis.... Read More...
Shedding a Tear May Help Diagnose Parkinson’s
Researchers report analyzing a person's tears may help doctors diagnose Parkinson's disease. The study reveals those with Parkinson's had increased levels of oligomeric alpha synuclein in their tears compared to those without the neurodegenerative disease.... Read More...
Calcium May Play a Role in the Development of Parkinson’s
A new Nature Communications study reveals increased calcium levels in brain cells may play a significant role in the development of Parkinson's disease. ... Read More...
Mind-Controlling Molecules from Wasp Venom May Help Parkinson’s Patients
Researchers have identified new peptides in wasp venom that could lead to new treatments for Parkinson's disease.... Read More...