23rd June 2025
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How ‘Magic Mushrooms’ Could Help Parkinson’s Patients

A pilot study finds psilocybin therapy surprises, showing meaningful improvements in mood, cognition, and motor symptoms.  Psilocybin, a natural compound found in certain mushrooms, has shown promise in treating depression […]
20th June 2025
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Little-Known Bacterium Could be the Culprit Behind Parkinson’s

A study from Nagoya University in Japan, published in May 2024, has reshaped our understanding of Parkinson’s disease.   Researchers found that the gut microbiome plays a crucial role in its […]
20th June 2025
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Cell Death Discovery Could Lead to Next-Generation Drugs for Neurodegenerative Conditions

Researchers have discovered how to block cells dying, in a finding that could lead to new treatments for neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.  The team at Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of […]
20th June 2025
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Parkinson’s Disease Prevention May ‘Begin at the Dinner Table’

Eating about a dozen servings of ultraprocessed food each day could more than double your risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to a new study.  A single serving in the […]
20th June 2025
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The Risk of Environmental Toxins on Parkinson’s Disease

Air pollution, pesticides and chemicals – along with genetic factors – can increase your risk  While there’s no single cause of Parkinson’s disease, the degenerative brain condition may be linked […]
20th June 2025
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New Molecule Could Lead to New Treatments for Parkinson’s in Younger Patients

A novel drug molecule could potentially lead to new treatments to prevent Parkinson’s disease in younger patients, according to new research.  “We are excited about this drug compound because we […]
20th June 2025
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Managing Restless Legs Syndrome with Parkinson’s

Restless legs syndrome, sometimes called Willis-Ekbom disease, is a condition that causes an overwhelming urge to move your legs. This can cause discomfort. People with Parkinson’s have described it as […]
18th June 2025
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How Can I Talk to Children About Parkinson’s?

If you’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s and have children or grandchildren, you may be thinking about how to talk to them about your condition. Herre are some tips to help […]
18th June 2025
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Coping with ‘On/Off’ Changes

‘On/off’ describes sudden changes in your symptoms throughout the day. Clinical neuropsychologist Jennifer Foley explores what these changes are and how to cope with them. You may find this article […]