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‘A Bicycle Built for Two’ Might Improve Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease–Study

Tandem cycling may improve the health and well-being of people with Parkinson’s, according to a new study. Pedaling on a bicycle built for two people...

New Blood Test Could Diagnose Parkinson’s Before it Begins Damaging the Nervous System

American scientists developed a test that focuses on damage to mitochondrial DNA in the blood linked with Parkinson's disease. Current diagnoses of Parkinson's are largely...

Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms ‘Reversed’ by Mini Implant Bringing Hope

A small implant connected to electrodes inserted into the skull bone is providing huge relief to younger patients living with Parkinson's disease, such that...

This is the Gene That Could Prevent Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the destruction of a specific population of neurons: the dopaminergic neurons. The degeneration of these neurons prevents...

Cannabis Could Hold the Key to Preventing Neurodegenerative Diseases Like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s

Cannabis could hold the key to preventing neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, as it contains a chemical that protects brain cells against aging,...

The Inspiring Story of The Parkinson’s Painter Who Finally Followed His Dream

13 years ago, after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, a 65-year-old military veteran and social worker, decided he would turn his dark diagnosis into...

TikTok Users Rallied to Design a Better Pill Bottle for People With Parkinson’s

Necessity has long been the mother of invention, but thanks to cutting-edge technology and the power of social media, the leap from inspiration to...

Gut Bacteria Could Guard Against—and Even Reverse—Parkinson’s Disease, Says ‘Exciting’ New Study

This new study adds to a growing body of research that has linked Parkinson's disease and brain function to gut bacteria.

Parkinson’s Patients Experience Significant Reduction in Tremors Thanks to Ultrasound Procedure

Not only was the procedure found to be safe and well-tolerated, it was also shown to dramatically improve the patients' quality of life.

These Simple, Wearable Devices Use a Laser to Prevent ‘Freezing’ Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease

These simple, wearable lasers have been shown to prevent “freezing of gait”—and its creators have just been given the money to bring the devices to the US.

Success of Advanced-Stage Parkinson’s Treatment is ‘Beyond Researcher’s Wildest Dreams’

Researchers are using spinal implants to improve motor function in Parkinson's patients – and the results are particularly exciting.

Parkinson’s Researchers Now Have $24 Million To Keep Going Thanks to Funding From Michael J. Fox

Scientists now have over $24 million in funding for Parkinson's research thanks to the beloved Hollywood philanthropist.

First Parkinson’s Patient to Get Unique Stem Cell Treatment Could Pave the Way for Many More by 2023

The patient has shown no adverse effects since undergoing the procedure – and if the therapy's success continues, it could be available as soon as 2023.

First-of-its-Kind Clinical Trial Will Try and Cure Parkinson’s Disease Using ‘Reprogrammed’ Stem Cells

This will be the world's first clinical trial in which researchers use iPS cells to cure Parkinson's disease.

When Flight Attendant Discovers Passenger Has Parkinson’s, He Escorts Her By the Hand to First Class

When asked if he needed help taking care of the passenger, the flight attendant simply said: “I got this.”

Vibrating Watch is Game Changer For People With Parkinson’s

This Microsoft worker was given the challenge of changing Emma Lawton's life – and she did that by building a vibrating watch. 33-year-old Emma has...

Michael J. Fox Nails Soulful Guitar Solo, Playing With Dave Matthews For Parkinson’s Research

If you thought “Johnny Be Good” was good, check out this sweet version of “All Along The Watchtower” by Dave Matthews and Michael J. Fox.

Estranged Son Helps Father With Parkinson’s to Fulfill Bucket List

http://vimeo.com/97854689 After discovering his father has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, Graham decided to help him fulfill his bucket list. The newly-collaborating father and son are...

11-Year-old Invents Non-spill Cup for Grandfather With Parkinson’s

A young girl has invented a spill proof cup for her grandfather whose unsteady hands were causing him to spill drinks. Lily Born of Chicago began...
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Defying Parkinson’s With Dance (Video)

The two things that have brought Michael and Roslyn Lieb closer together couldn't be more different: Parkinson's disease and dance, one slowly taking away,...