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·April 19, 2018·5 min read

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.

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·April 6, 2018·4 min read

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.

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·April 3, 2018·4 min read

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.

Featured Genetics Neurology

·March 21, 2018·4 min read

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.

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·March 21, 2018·3 min read

New Genetic Mutation Linked to ALS

Researchers report the KIF5A gene is linked to ALS.

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·March 14, 2018·4 min read

In Search For the Clocks Behind Aging Brain Disorders

A new study reveals neurodegenerative diseases may speed up the aging process.

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·March 13, 2018·6 min read

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.

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·March 1, 2018·4 min read

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.

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·February 26, 2018·4 min read

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.

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·February 23, 2018·2 min read

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.

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·February 19, 2018·4 min read

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.