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Study finds just six minutes of daily exercise might delay onset of Parkinson’s disease

Regular exercise is a common therapeutic strategy for people with Parkinson

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Machine learning may help predict risk of freezing of gait in Parkinson’s disease

Difficulty taking steps forward, often referred to as the freezing of gait

Woman wearing a mask standing in front a city backdrop showing smoke and pollution

Long-term exposure to air pollution could impact Parkinson’s disease mortality risk

New research has suggested that long-term exposure to air pollutants could

Could living near nature help to slow Parkinson’s disease progression?

There are numerous reported benefits to spending time outdoors – from boo

Is the rate of Parkinson’s disease diagnosis higher in the US than first thought?

Previous figures have suggested that between 40,000 and 60,000 people are d

Could a Mediterranean diet reduce symptom severity in Parkinson’s disease?

There are numerous reported benefits to following Mediterranean (MEDI) and

Are people with Parkinson’s disease less likely to catch the common cold?

As temperatures drop in winter, it’s not uncommon for people to catch col

Study highlights potential benefits of krill oil for Parkinson’s disease

Krill oil, a substance that comes from shrimp-like sea creatures, is rich i

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Could Parkinson’s disease originate in the gut?

A new body of research has highlighted a potential link between gut health

Is dry eye disease common in people with Parkinson’s?

Dry eye disease can involve symptoms such as a lower blinking rate and typi

Highlighting dental care needs among people with Parkinson’s disease

Researchers from the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, have published a ne

Could risk factors for Parkinson’s disease be “largely man-made”?

New research has highlighted evidence of a potential link between Parkinson

New research into Parkinson’s disease and neuropsychiatric symptoms

A review from the ‘British Medical Journal’ has found that neuropsychia

Scientists uncover how 50 genes may be linked to Parkinson’s disease

Despite the progress made in recent years, scientists are still uncertain a

How does Parkinson’s disease progress in “brain-first” versus “body-first” subtypes?

Researchers in South Korea have found that people with “body-first” Par

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Dial into a webinar on the new ‘Parkinson’s Manifesto for Europe’

As part of its 30-year anniversary celebrations, Parkinson’s Europe is la

How a gait monitoring device may help to track Parkinson’s disease progression

A new study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, US, suggests th

Ireland survey aims to uncover link between pesticides and Parkinson’s disease

Previous studies of vineyard and agricultural workers in France and the US

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Is there a link between Parkinson’s disease and blood vessel dysfunction?

Scientists in Slovakia have investigated the link between blood vessel dysf

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New swab test may help with Parkinson’s disease diagnosis

Researchers at the University of Manchester, UK, have drawn on one woman’

CT scan of bainn, Intracerebral hemorrhages.

Could a national biobank help inform the future of Parkinson’s disease treatment in Australia?

A biobank is a collection of biological samples and data designed to be use

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AI device may detect Parkinson’s disease through breathing patterns

What if Parkinson’s could be detected in the way someone breathes? This q

Could an ultrasound be used to detect Parkinson’s disease severity?

A ‘transcranial ultrasound’ is a scan that captures images of the brain

People with Parkinson’s disease highlight benefits of community-based cycling programme

People living with Parkinson’s say they enjoy taking part in the US commu

Researchers are developing an autonomous vehicle for people with Parkinson’s disease

For some people with Parkinson’s, managing regular visits to healthcare p

Parkinson’s disease genes activated in zebrafish exposed to aluminium

According to research on zebrafish in Naples, Italy, aluminium exposure may

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Could wearable heart sensors help with diagnosing Parkinson’s disease?

Decreased heart rate variability (HRV) – that is, reduced time between he

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Co-existing conditions may impact how people with Parkinson’s disease perceive stigma

According to a study from the US, people with Parkinson’s who also live w

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Antidepressants and anti-anxiety drugs may be linked to Parkinson’s disease risk in older women

A recent study from scientists in the US and Saudi Arabia has revealed th

New study identifies possible markers of inflammation linked to Parkinson’s disease

Researchers based in Germany and the US may have identified a way to detect

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Heart problems linked to dementia risk in Parkinson’s disease, say researchers

Researchers at the University of Turin, Italy, have identified that Parkins

A “revolutionary” step in Parkinson’s disease therapy?

Scientists in China have developed a method to help improve stem cell resea

Could frequent nightmares be an early sign of Parkinson’s disease?

A new study has suggested that experiencing recurrent nightmares and bad dr

More than £2m awarded to research on mitochondria and Parkinson’s disease

Researchers at UK biotech startup NRG Therapeutics are developing potential

Researchers investigate link between Parkinson’s disease and Covid-19

Researchers in the US have explored the link between Covid-19 and the risk

Study explores links between brain volume and Parkinson’s disease

Researchers from Germany have investigated how volume decreases in certain

Study suggests why neurons die in Parkinson’s disease

Researchers at the University of Córdoba, Spain, have discovered how a cer

Researchers have finally identified brain cells linked to Parkinson’s disease

For decades, scientists have known that Parkinson’s is associated with th

Tiny DBS implant shows potential to advance Parkinson’s disease treatment

In an innovative trial by North Bristol NHS Trust, UK, surgeons have succee

Could a specialised smartwatch support people with Parkinson’s disease?

A specialised smartwatch, which could help those living with Parkinson’s

Spinal cord implant may improve mobility in people with Parkinson’s disease

A study from researchers in France has found that a spinal cord implant cou

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New app could help people with Parkinson’s disease navigate their browsers

Marking Parkinson’s Awareness Month, advertising company Havas Creative h

Farmers call for herbicide ban amid fears of Parkinson’s disease risk

‘Paraquat’ is a popular herbicide that was first manufactured i

How can Parkinson’s disease nurses effectively communicate with patients?

People with Parkinson’s can face difficulties communicating, with the con

Researchers investigate link between gene and Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s is typically characterised by the degeneration of dopamine-pr

Study finds Parkinson’s disease symptoms may appear 10 years before a diagnosis

According to new findings from researchers in the UK, some symptoms associa

Pill shows potential to help slow Parkinson’s disease progression

Researchers in Norway have shared findings on an oral supplement which may

Could self-compassion impact the wellbeing of people with Parkinson’s disease?

Scientists in the UK have examined the link between self-compassion and the

An elderly Indian man clutches his heart.

Lower risk of Parkinson’s disease after a heart attack, study suggests

People who have had a heart attack may be less likely to develop Parkinson�

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Dairy and Parkinson’s disease: is there a connection?

A new global study suggests that a higher dairy intake may increase the ris

Death of neurons in the aging brain or Proteins in neurons

Study uncovers possible link between protein and Parkinson’s disease

‘Autophagy’ refers to a process in which the body’s cells clean out d

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Could an antioxidant in berries increase life expectancy for people with Parkinson’s disease?

People with Parkinson’s who consume more flavonoids – an antioxidant fo

Survey: what do you know about Parkinson’s Europe?

Did you know that Parkinson’s Life is the online lifestyle magazine of Pa

Regular exercise may slow progression of early Parkinson’s disease symptoms

A research team in Japan has suggested that around four hours of weekly mod

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Could traumatic brain injury accelerate the onset of Parkinson’s disease?

Undergoing a traumatic brain injury (TBI) – a sudden injury that damages

NASA astronaut who lived with Parkinson’s disease has died

“When I got diagnosed with Parkinson’s I thought it was over,” US ast

Sir Billy Connolly opens up about life with Parkinson’s disease in new documentary

Scottish comedian, actor and musician Sir Billy Connolly shared updates abo

Is there a link between flu and Parkinson’s disease?

There could be a link between influenza infections and a higher risk of Par

Could scientists develop a drug to prevent Parkinson’s disease?

Scientists at the University of Bath, UK, have refined a molecule that has

Survey highlights UK public knowledge gap on Parkinson’s disease

More than half (57%) of UK adults wrongly believe there are Parkinson’s t

A man sits in front of a fireplace and Christmas tree with headphones on.

Parkinson’s disease in three words – and other highlights of our Christmas special

What has Parkinson’s given you – and what has it taken away? This is ju

Wearable device for Parkinson’s disease raises $10m in funding

UK-based tech company Charco Neurotech has secured $10 million in seed inve

Does Parkinson’s disease start in the nose?

An international team led by the University of Ottawa in Canada will study

Study finds gene therapy may restore effects of Parkinson’s drug

Levodopa is a drug commonly used to treat Parkinson’s as it helps to incr

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Parkinson’s Life earns a spot on podcast award shortlist

Parkinson’s Life team are delighted to be shortlisted for ‘best branded

Almost 40% of people with Parkinson’s disease experience hallucinations, study finds

Researchers in China have found that nearly four in 10 people with Parkinso

Sir Billy Connolly: Parkinson’s disease is “like a strange animal”

Scottish comedian, actor and musician Sir Billy Connolly has recently discu

An abstract red, blue and yellow cell cluster.

New insights on immune cell process and Parkinson’s disease

Insoluble clumps of the protein alpha-synuclein, which can cause damage to

An older man looks closely at himself in the mirror.

Could analysing skin oil help diagnose Parkinson’s disease?

Parkinson’s disease patients tend to have high levels of oil, known as se

An abstract image of brain neuron pathways.

‘Sonic hedgehog’ protein could impact Parkinson’s disease dyskinesia

Dyskinesia is often caused by extended use of the common Parkinson’s medi

Ca Parkinson’s disease be detected through facial expressions?

US researchers have used an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to detect Par

Senior woman with walking stick being helped by a clinician.

Survey highlights seven walking strategies for Parkinson’s disease

Did you know there are strategies designed to help people with Parkinson’

Marjoram tea may reduce non-motor symptoms and depression in Parkinson’s disease

Researchers in Tunisia have found that drinking marjoram tea daily may help

A man wears a VR headset, monitored by a researcher.

Virtual reality: exercise therapy for Parkinson’s disease?

US researchers are developing immersive virtual reality (VR) games as exerc

Clinician holds up a sheet of brain imaging scans.

People with Parkinson’s disease may benefit from new brain scan

In a study funded by the charity Parkinson’s UK, researchers have used a

Innovative approach to studying Parkinson’s disease discovered

Scientists in the US have discovered a new way of investigating Parkinson�

A clinician in a lab writes a note on a tablet.

Could people with Parkinson’s disease benefit from a new hydrogel?

Scientists in Australia have developed a potential treatment for Parkinson�

New evidence fruit compound could support Parkinson’s disease treatment

A new study from researchers in the US and South Korea suggests farnesol, a

Turmeric oil may offer new ways of treating Parkinson’s disease

Turmeric oil may be beneficial in treating Parkinson’s disease, according

Research offers new insights on a cause of Parkinson’s disease

Researchers in Denmark have shared insights on a cause of up to 95% of Park

Could dance help to treat Parkinson’s disease?

Dance training with music could help slow the progression of mild-to-modera

Vineyard pesticides may be linked to Parkinson’s disease

Exposure to pesticides used in vineyards could be linked to an increased ri

A clinician speaks to a patient in a sunny room.

Study highlights lack of research for the LGBTQ+ Parkinson’s community

Research for LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and otherwi

How much exercise should people with Parkinson’s disease do each week?

US charity Parkinson’s Foundation and the American College of Sports Medi

A clinician evaluates an older person's back pain in a doctor's office.

Osteoarthritis may increase risk of Parkinson’s disease, researchers find

Researchers in Taiwan have found that osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint

Could virtual studies support Parkinson’s disease research?

Parkinson’s research is “hampered by inefficient recruitment and burden

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Gait and tremor may be the best early predictors of Parkinson’s disease

Gait and tremor may be the most identifiable early signs of Parkinson’s d

A busy road of traffic clouds with exhaust fumes.

Air pollution may be linked to greater risk of Parkinson’s disease

A study from researchers in South Korea suggests that exposure to nitrogen

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New research sheds light on protein mutation in Parkinson’s disease

Researchers in China have investigated a mutant form of alpha-synuclein –

A man's legs are shown walking from a dark room.

Is sleepwalking linked to risk of Parkinson’s disease in men?

Men who sleepwalk may be at a greater risk of developing Parkinson’s dise

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Stay tuned for series two of Parkinson’s Life podcast

The award-winning Parkinson’s Life podcast is back this month. Helpin

How Parkinson’s disease could impact the way you see art

A new study from a team at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman

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Neuroticism may increase risk of Parkinson’s disease, research finds

Researchers at Florida State University, US, have found that neuroticism �

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Why is it harder to cross obstacles when you have Parkinson’s disease?

A team of researchers at São Paulo State University, Brazil, have offered

Take part in Parkinson Tulip Project

This April, The World Parkinson Coalition is launching Parkinson Tulip Proj

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Looking after dental health with Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s disease symptoms and medications can cause dental health prob

Why Parkinson’s disease research can’t ignore sex differences

Researchers at the University of Maryland, US, have highlighted the growing

How stress and mindfulness could impact Parkinson’s disease symptoms

High levels of stress are associated with worse Parkinson’s disease sympt

Survey highlights carers’ knowledge gap on Parkinson’s disease psychosis

Just one in 10 caregivers of people with Parkinson’s disease psychosis ha

New biotech to drive forward GDNF treatment for Parkinson’s disease

UK charity Parkinson’s UK is creating a new company, Vivifi Biotech, to d

A person operates the Charco Neurotech CUE1 device

New wearable medical device for Parkinson’s disease to launch this year

The Imperial College London Innovation Fund, UK, has invested £205,000 to

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New study brings scientists a “vital step” closer to understanding Parkinson’s disease

A new study from scientists at the University of Cambridge, UK, has brought

A man wearing glasses examines a pill bottle

Could a prostate drug lower the risk of Parkinson’s disease?

Researchers in the US, Denmark and China have found that a type of medicati

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People with Parkinson’s disease have a “high interest” in herbal drugs, study finds

Researchers in Germany conducted a survey to assess how people with Parkins

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What Parkinson’s symptoms do people most want to see improve?

A study by charity Parkinson’s UK has examined what symptoms matter most

Antioxidants could reduce risk of Parkinson’s disease by 32%, study finds

Antioxidant vitamins, found in foods like almonds, avocados and broccoli, c

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Weight, sleep and depression linked to risk of cognitive problems in Parkinson’s

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania, US, have found that people w

Gene screening technique could offer insights on Parkinson’s disease

Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), US, will

Can equine-assisted therapy benefit people with Parkinson’s disease?

Researchers from Texas Woman’s University, US, are investigating how equi

Covid-19 lockdown may worsen sleep disturbances in Parkinson’s disease

Researchers have found that sleep disturbances caused by isolation during t

Scientists develop tomato genetically enriched with Parkinson’s disease drug

Researchers in the UK have succeeded in genetically modifying a tomato with

A new technique for isolating brain cells linked to Parkinson’s

Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University, US, have developed a new techniq

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Diagnosing Parkinson’s disease with “a simple picture of the eye”

Researchers in the US are investigating whether an eye exam which uses arti

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Loneliness may increase severity of Parkinson’s disease symptoms

Researchers in the US have found that people with Parkinson’s disease who

Can tremor predict the effect of Parkinson’s disease medication?

Researchers from the Netherlands have found a link between tremor symptoms

Could a ‘Mediterranean diet’ lower the risk of Parkinson’s for women?

A study by scientists in Sweden has suggested that women who eat a ‘Medit

Agriculture worker. Young farmer spraying pesticides

Pesticide that increases Parkinson’s risk by 150% reapproved in the US

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has allowed the continued use

Improving access to Parkinson’s disease resources on Amazon’s Alexa

US non-profit Parkinson’s Foundation has announced a new partnership with

Scientists at MIT uncover new clues about Parkinson’s disease

Neuroscientists at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), US, have de

People with Parkinson’s disease have a higher risk of dying from Covid-19, study finds

A new database study of around 80,000 Covid-19 patients has found that thos

BIAL Parkinson's research and development department

BIAL enters the US and acquires “promising” Parkinson’s disease programmes

Portugal-based pharmaceutical company BIAL has launched a new research cent

NTU Assoc Prof Joachim Loo and LiberaTx COO Shashi Kesavapany holding their new drug microcapules in their hands

Could a single daily pill deliver Parkinson’s medication?

Scientists at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, have developed a

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New tool could support “faster diagnosis” of Parkinson’s disease psychosis

A new screening tool has been developed to support the early diagnosis of P

Has Covid-19 impacted access to Parkinson’s medication?

New research has found that the coronavirus pandemic has affected access to

Brazilian dance could improve mobility in people with Parkinson’s, study finds

Researchers at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil compar

#WomenAndParkinsons shortlisted for ‘Charity Content Campaign of the Year’

Parkinson’s Life’s #WomenAndParkinsons campaign – a series highlighti

Researchers present in-depth review of 145 clinical trials for Parkinson’s

A recent report conducted by researchers at The Cure Parkinson’s Trust an

Can negative dreams predict long-term cognitive decline in Parkinson’s?

New research has suggested that negative emotions in dreams are associated

New machine learning model could help pinpoint stages of Parkinson’s

A new machine learning model aims to help clinicians understand how Parkins

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Can over-the-counter drugs reduce risk of developing genetic Parkinson’s?

A new study suggests that regular use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory dr

US hospital initiative improves on-time administration of Parkinson’s medication

Late or missed doses of Parkinson’s medication in hospitals can lead to l

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Does deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s increase the risk of dementia?

Researchers in France have found that deep brain stimulation for Parkinson�

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Researchers “stunned” by study that raises hopes for Parkinson’s treatment

A new study reprogramming cells to replace reduced dopamine neurons in the

Could a magnetically powered implant treat Parkinson’s tremors?

A tiny surgical implant about the size of a grain of rice that can be impla

What do you think of Parkinson’s Life? Take part in our reader survey

We’re always looking to improve our readers’ experience of Parkinson’

Zambon Open Accelerator 2019 awards ceremony

International programme seeks innovative health tech solutions

Open Accelerator, an international programme supporting digital healthcare

Genetic database gives hope for potential Parkinson’s treatment

The Genome Aggregation Database (gnomAD) – the world’s largest public d

Diesel exhaust fumes may increase the risk of Parkinson’s, study suggests

A new study by researchers in the US has found evidence that chemicals in d

Can Covid-19 increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s?

Parkinson’s could be caused or modulated by infections like Covid-19, a n

New Parkinson’s trial platform could “dramatically speed up the search for a cure”

Scientists have proposed the use of a multi-arm, multi-stage trial platform

Can higher levels of caffeine and uric acid prevent Parkinson’s?

Higher levels of caffeine and uric acid (a natural waste product) may reduc

White blood cells could help diagnose people at risk of Parkinson’s, study finds

Scientists in the US have found additional evidence for the link between im

Can detecting voice changes improve early Parkinson’s diagnosis?

Researchers at Monash University, Australia, are studying the vocal cords o

Plant-based compounds could treat chronic pain in Parkinson’s, study finds

A six-year study has found that chronic pain in people with Parkinson’s i

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Could playing table tennis help reduce Parkinson’s symptoms?

Researchers at Fukuoka University, Japan, have found that playing table ten

‘Dopamine-boosting’ BT13 molecule could be used to slow Parkinson’s

Researchers have discovered that a molecule called BT13 could have potentia

Students develop wearable device to track Parkinson’s tremors

A wearable device has been developed to monitor Parkinson’s tremors and t

Can awakening dormant neurons reverse Parkinson’s motor symptoms?

Reawakening dormant neurons could help reverse Parkinson’s motor symptoms

Parkinson’s could be present from birth, study finds

Parkinson’s may be present from birth in younger people with the conditio

Testing saliva can help diagnose Parkinson’s, study finds

A saliva test carried out by doctors may be able to both diagnose Parkinson

Can a digital pen “revolutionise” Parkinson’s diagnosis?

A Parkinson’s diagnosing pen has sealed a five-year manufacturing deal fr

Scotland sees soaring Parkinson’s rate

The number of drugs being prescribed for people living with Parkinson’s i

Over a quarter of people living with Parkinson’s were initially misdiagnosed, study finds

More than a quarter of people living with Parkinson’s were initially misd

6 tools to improve speech in people with Parkinson’s

Tools and tips to improve Parkinson’s speech

Queen Elizabeth II visiting a research centre

Queen Elizabeth II honours UK university for Parkinson’s research

A neuroscience research centre at the University of Sheffield, UK, has been

A patient pouring pills into their hands

Can overuse of antibiotics cause Parkinson’s?

Researchers at Helsinki University Hospital, Finland, have found that the o

New Parkinson’s health app to track symptoms more accurately

Health app SleepFit could be used to track Parkinson’s symptoms in real t

Professor Dario Alessi University of Dundee

New enzyme discovery could “put the brakes” on Parkinson’s

Researchers at the University of Dundee, UK, have discovered an enzyme that

£2 million ballet and Parkinson’s study launched

A new study launched by English National Ballet and university King’s

Parkinson’s trial awarded £250,000 by UK Medical Research Council

Researchers from UK university Imperial College London have been awarded UK

Yoga may reduce Parkinson’s anxiety and depression, study finds

Researchers at the University of Hong Kong, have found that mindfulness yog

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Musical therapy study to receive $20 million in funding

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is donating US $20 million to a med

Researchers develop automated system to diagnose Parkinson’s

In an international study, researchers from the US, Germany and Austria hav

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MJFF announces $10 million competition for Parkinson’s

The Michael J Fox Foundation has launched the ‘Ken Griffin Alpha-synuclei

Parkinson's research singing improves gait

Singing in your head could improve gait in Parkinson’s

Researchers at the Washington University School of Medicine, US, have found

MJFF announces $5 million grant to study Parkinson’s genetics in Africa, East Asia and India

The Michael J Fox Foundation has announced a US $5 million grant to three r

Parkinson’s Foundation announces centres for ‘under-served’ communities

The Parkinson’s Foundation has announced the addition of three Centr

Stem cell therapies and Parkinson’s – Michael J Fox Foundation webinar

Smartphone test predicts development of Parkinson’s symptoms, study says

Researchers have created a smartphone test that may be able to predict the

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Take part in a global Parkinson’s carers survey

The Parkinson’s Europe is inviting carers from within Parkinson’s c

Doctor analysing patient brain scan results

Scottish university reveals multimillion-pound Parkinson’s research partnership

The University of Dundee, UK, has announced a collaboration with South Kore

Researcher using microscope in laboratory

Parkinson’s may originate in the gut, says new study

A new study, published in medical journal ‘Neuron’, has found evidence

Acupuncture may alleviate Parkinson’s symptoms

A study conducted by researchers in South Korea has found that acupuncture

Could insulin be used to treat Parkinson’s symptoms?

A US study has found that intranasal insulin, which is commonly used to tre

Can drinking milk increase the risk of Parkinson’s?

Researchers at Uppsala University, Sweden, have found that drinking more th

Israeli start-up uses ultrasound waves to treat Parkinson’s

INSIGHTEC, a medical start-up based in Israel, is using ultrasound waves to

Blood pressure medication could prevent Parkinson’s

Scientists in the UK and China have found that a drug used to treat high bl

How well do you know your doctor?

Could a transplant lower the risk of Parkinson’s?

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine, US, have found tha

Groundbreaking Parkinson’s trial publishes results

A breakthrough Parkinson’s trial that featured in a two-part documentary

Course for Parkinson’s nurses launches in Slovenia

The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society is hosting its th

Could treadmill training improve Parkinson’s symptoms?

Researchers at a German university have found that using a treadmill may im

Parkinson’s Europe signs new charter on workplace rights

Parkinson’s Europe has signed the Dying to Work Charter – a pledge

happy senior couple hiking on the mountain

New wearable device could counteract gait

Scientists at the National University of Ireland Galway have created a wear

Could robots replace animals in Parkinson’s medical trials?

Researchers at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, UK, are testing new treat

IBM unveils AI-powered fingernail sensor that can monitor Parkinson’s progression

US information technology giant IBM has unveiled a prototype of the first

Inhalable drug given green light

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved INBRIJA – an inhal

Researchers create Parkinson’s-resistant stem cells

Scientists at the University of Edinburgh, UK, have created stem cells that

Memory loss could be an indication of Parkinson’s

Memory loss could be an early indication of Parkinson’s disease, accordin

World War II weapon antidote could treat Parkinson’s

Researchers at Purdue University, US, are studying a World War II chemical

Repurposed cancer drug shows promise for Parkinson’s

Researchers at the Oxford Parkinson’s Disease Centre, UK, have repurposed

Research survey assesses impact of holidays on Parkinson’s symptoms

The Radboud University Medical Center, Netherlands, is seeking participants

World’s largest Parkinson’s study seeks 10,000 participants

Predict-PD – a research project funded by Parkinson’s UK – is seeking

Parkinson’s gene therapy could improve motor symptoms

UK researchers are trialling an innovative gene therapy that could improve

Pfizer launches new biopharmaceutical company to develop Parkinson’s drugs

Pharmaceutical company Pfizer has teamed with investment firm Bain Capital

AI technology could diagnose Parkinson’s in less than three minutes

Chinese technology enterprise Tencent has partnered with UK healthcare comp

New smart glasses could track Parkinson’s symptoms

Two European technology companies have received a grant from British public

Sensors could measure brain chemical levels over the course of a year

Neuroscientists at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), US, believe

New molecule could reverse neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s

Researchers at a university in Spain have discovered a new molecule which t

Could art therapy help people with Parkinson’s?

A new study by US researchers will investigate the impact of art therapy on

Study finds that typing speed could indicate Parkinson’s

New research from Charles Sturt University, Queensland, Australia, has sugg

Study uses Microsoft Xbox sensors to monitor Parkinson’s symptoms

A study by researchers at the University of Miami, US, is using video game

Cramping more than your style

Monkey study could lead to new Parkinson’s therapies

Scientists at the Texas Biomedical Research Institute, US, are using marmos

Researchers discover brain network linked to chronic pain in Parkinson’s

Researchers at a French university claim to have discovered the brain netwo

Former NBA star launches free Parkinson’s exercise programme

The free online programme consists of 12 lessons

“Magnetic” gene in fish may help treat Parkinson’s

Researchers at Michigan State University, US, believe the study of a type o

Eyes could indicate onset of Parkinson’s

Researchers at the Boramae Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea claim to have

Breath test “detects early-stage Parkinson’s”

Scientists from Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, Israel, have d

Is Parkinson’s causing you urinary problems?

World-first Parkinson’s stem cells trial

Scientists at a Japanese university will carry out a world-first clinical t

Contact sports linked to onset of Parkinson’s

Researchers at the Boston University School of Medicine, Massachusetts, US

Horse tranquilliser trial is awarded $750,000 grant for Parkinson’s research

Researchers at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, US, w

Can studying our immune systems help combat Parkinson’s?

Researchers develop light-activated Parkinson’s drug

A new light-activated drug for treating Parkinson’s has been developed by

Artificial intelligence to monitor Parkinson’s symptoms

Researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, US have developed an

The Michael J Fox Foundation awards $107,000 grant to new Parkinson’s study

The Michael J Fox Foundation has awarded a grant of US $107,000 to fund res

Pesticides could be linked to Parkinson's

Pesticides could cause Parkinson’s, research finds

Researchers at a Canadian university have conducted a study that suggests p

Exercise as part of your treatment plan

Tear tests could lead to Parkinson’s diagnosis

A study – carried out by researchers from the University of Southern Cali

€100,000 investment opportunity for central nervous system research

Zcube, a research venture of Italian pharmaceutical company Zambon, has inv

Parkinson’s disease may link to impaired response of eyes to blue light

A study published in the medical journal ‘Scientific Reports’ suggests

Mouse study suggests neurodegenerative disease begins soon after birth

A study published in the ‘Journal of Clinical Investigation’ has sugges

Global Kinetics receives vital funding

Australian-based health company Global Kinetics has received a $AUS 7.75 mi

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Smartphone app detects severity of Parkinson’s symptoms

A smartphone app– created by researchers from Johns Hopkins University,

Could eating fish prevent Parkinson’s disease?

A new study has found a link between the consumption of fish and long-term

‘How Patients Can Partner to Speed Cures’

Emma Lawton launches crowdfunding campaign for Parkinson’s video website

Help fund peer-led support websites ‘threesixfives’

Survey of young Europeans with neurological conditions launched

The European Federation of Neurological Associations (EFNA) has launched a

PD Warrior INSIGHT Summit Into Parkinson’s 2018: virtual conference

Raising funds for the Shake It Up Foundation who strive for a cure

One step closer to a cure

Researchers from Kyung Hee University, Seoul, South Korea believe they are

‘Parkinson’s will double by 2040: Are We Ready?’

Excess calcium in brain could cause Parkinson’s

Researchers at the University of Cambridge, UK, have discovered that excess

‘A Cell’s Life’: the comic strip demystifying Parkinson’s research

Web comic book series explains Parkinson's stem cell treatments

‘Depression and Anxiety in Parkinson’s Disease’: Michael J Fox Foundation Third Thursday webinar

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Michael J Fox Foundation pledges £100,000 for Parkinson’s app

cloudUPDRS app project receives £100,000 for further development

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Jewish people with Crohn’s disease more likely to carry LRRK2 gene mutation

A scientific study has concluded that there may be a link between Parkinson

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Could caffeine in the blood help diagnose Parkinson’s?

Blood caffeine levels could be promising diagnostic biomarkers for early-st

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European Union announces new programme to improve Parkinson’s diagnosis

The European Union has announced the launch of the Magnetic Diagnostic Ass

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Strong results announced for new LRRK2 inhibitor clinical trial for Parkinson’s

The pharmaceutical company Denali Therapeutics has announced strong positiv

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Michael J Fox Foundation announces 2017 highlights

The Michael J Fox Foundation has announced that it provided US$80 million i

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Boston Scientific receives safety approval for deep brain stimulation product

Medical manufacturer Boston Scientific has received approval from the U.S.

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Virtual reality exercises “could reduce falls” for people with Parkinson’s

A recent study conducted by Tel Aviv University, Israel, has suggested that

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Michael J Fox Foundation raises $1m on #GivingTuesday

The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research raised $1 million o

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Environment and genetics could be key factors in causing Parkinson’s

A recent study by The Scripps Research Institute, in the journal ‘Cell R

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Applications open for MJFF grant to train new movement disorder fellow

Academic institutions are being invited to apply for the 2018 Edmond J Safr

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VIDEO: Parkinson’s stem cell treatments explained in just 90 seconds

Watch Professor Roger Barker explain new stem cell treatments

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Brain machine interfaces could improve Parkinson’s treatment

Brain machine interfaces, which are commonly used to help those living with

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Online tests could detect dementia in people with Parkinson’s

A study has found that online ‘anti-robot’ tests could be used to detec

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Sniff test could detect Parkinson’s disease up to a decade earlier

A study has found that white adults with a poor sense of smell are almost f

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Spiral drawing test could detect early signs of Parkinson’s

Researchers from RMIT University, Australia, have developed a test that may

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Asthma drug could halve chance of developing Parkinson’s

A recent study has found that a drug most commonly used for asthma may cut

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Keeping step with Parkinson’s: balance, posture and gait

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New award in honour of Tom Isaacs

A new award has been set up in memory of Tom Isaacs, the internationally ac

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Study suggests telemedicine “as effective as in-person care” for Parkinson’s

A study, published in the journal ‘Neurology’, has found evidence to su

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AstraZeneca to receive up to $400 million to co-develop Parkinson’s drug

AstraZeneca is to receive up to $400 million from Takeda Pharmaceutical aft

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Grants offered to identify mitochondrial biomarkers

The Michael J Fox Foundation is offering one- to two-year grants for any Pa

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Better balanced immune system could prevent Parkinson’s

A study, published in the journal ‘Nature’, has suggested that it may b

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What’s going on in Washington DC, and what does it mean for people with Parkinson’s?

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Scottish Parkinson’s support group awarded £60,000 from Big Lottery Fund

The Big Lottery Fund has donated £60,000 to a Parkinson’s self-help grou

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Indian university launches first Parkinson’s programme

India’s first multidisciplinary movement disorder programme, specifically

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Visual system changes could signal Parkinson’s disease

A study, published in the online medical journal ‘Radiology’, h

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Drug repurposing: testing a drug approved for one disease for its efficacy in another

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Dogs could sniff out Parkinson’s years before symptoms

Scientists are investigating whether dogs can “sniff out” Parkinson’s

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Parkinson’s play ‘Kinetics’ set to be adapted into film after Kickstarter campaign

‘Kinetics’, a play about the freerunning sport Parkour and Parkinson’

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Michael J Fox Foundation releases online resources for handling Parkinson’s in the workplace

The downloadable guides include tips on disclosing diagnoses

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Parkinson’s Foundation releases series of free Parkinson’s podcasts

Enjoy these free Parkinson’s podcasts

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Pig cells implanted into human brain as Parkinson’s treatment

A new treatment, which involves the implantation of pig cells into a human

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Young-onset Parkinson’s disease: the challenges and treatment options

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Fruit flies help shed light on development of Parkinson’s disease

A study carried out by medical students from Juntendo University in Tokyo,

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New research suggests sleep disorders could be early sign of Parkinson’s

New research has found that sleep disorders could be an early warning sign

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How Parkinson’s wearables can deliver accurate data from patient to neurologist

VIDEO: Discover the powerful possibilities of wearable tech

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Playing video games could help stave off Parkinson’s

Playing video game consoles, such as Xbox and Nintendo Wii, could help prev

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Karolinska Institutet study suggests Parkinson’s starts in the gut

A study, carried out by the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, has found evid

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How to combat sleeping problems caused by Parkinson’s

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Study proves the effectiveness of Parkinson’s drug apomorphine

Results from the 12-week TOLEDO study – which tested the effectiveness of