Paradoxically, previous research has shown that – despite its inherent health risks – cigarette smoking is linked with a reduced risk of Parkinson’s disease. Until now, however, it was not […]
We know that exercise is great for our minds and bodies, but sometimes it’s challenging to maintain interest. Have you ever exercised with a friend or group and found how […]
Danielle’s (Dani’s) Parkinson’s journey began in 2022 with a workplace injury. “I tripped over the rubbish bin in the classroom!” she laughed. But it turns out this injury was the […]
How ground-breaking medical imaging is helping EU-funded researchers monitor brain activity during movement – and what this could mean for diagnosing and treating Parkinson’s. Neuroimaging has made huge strides in […]
Rhinorrhoea is the medical name for a runny nose. Research has shown that it’s more common in people with Parkinson’s than the general population. Rhinorrhoea literally means ‘fluid from the […]
by Jill Hammergren Caring for someone is one of the purest acts of love you can do. Caregiving for a loved one is one of the most challenging, demanding, and often […]
A paper in the British Journal of General Practice reveals that the risk of developing Parkinson’s is twice as high for those with anxiety. A team of researchers at the University College […]
Parkinson’s symptoms can make keeping the house clean and tidy more difficult. Here, we share people’s tips on how they manage the housework. “I suggest cleaning one room at a time. Or […]
The research will be tested in animal models of the disease. Researchers at the University of Cambridge in the U.K. are developing brain implants using small clusters of lab-grown cells […]