Parkinson’s in the news: October

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Author: Sophie ParrottPublished: 27 October 2022

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We round up some of this month’s Parkinson’s news stories from around the world – including new technology that may help speed up diagnosis and comments made by TV personality Sharon Osbourne about her husband’s condition

A follow-up study looks at the risk of developing dementia in those with Parkinson’s disease

A long-term study of more than 1,000 people in Sweden has found that the risk of developing dementia appears to be higher in those with Parkinson’s compared to age- and sex-matched controls. Carried out over 25 years, the research was published in the journal ‘Scientific Reports’.

New technology may help to speed up the diagnosis of Parkinson’s

Could new software lead to earlier Parkinson’s diagnoses? Researchers in the US have developed a tool that may be able to identify people living with Parkinson’s or multiple sclerosis, compared to healthy controls, based solely on their gait.

Could an app be used to detect Parkinson’s?

Created by researchers in Melbourne, Australia, a new screening test app may help with the early detection of Parkinson’s. Through artificial intelligence, the app analyses people’s voice recordings for potential signs of the condition.

TV personality Sharon Osbourne sheds light on her husband, Ozzy Osbourne’s, condition

Sharon Osbourne, British-American TV personality and wife of singer Ozzy Osbourne, has recently opened up about her husband’s experience. Speaking to UK presenter Jeremy Paxman in his new documentary ‘Paxman: Putting Up With Parkinson’s’, she said of her husband’s diagnosis: “Suddenly, your life just stops – life as you knew it.”

Country musician Jody Miller dies of Parkinson’s-related complications

US country singer Jody Miller died following complications related to Parkinson’s at 80 years old. The musician, diagnosed with the condition seven years prior to her death, was famous for hit singles, such as ‘Queen of the House’ and ‘Let’s All Go Down to the River’.

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Parkinson’s Europe co-founder Lizzie Graham wins World Parkinson Coalition award

Parkinson’s Europe co-founder Lizzie Graham has won a World Parkinson Coalition (WPC) award for her contribution to the Parkinson’s community. Lizzie is one of four people set to receive the Robin Elliott Award – which is given out every three years to individuals whose efforts best embody the goals and ethos of the WPC. She will be presented with the award in a ceremony at the World Parkinson’s Congress, which will be held in Barcelona later this year. Commenting on the news of Lizzie’s award, Parkinson’s Europe President, Veronica Clark, said: “Lizzie is Lizzie, and we love her for who she is and what she has done for us all – for people with Parkinson’s past and present and, I’m sure, future.” Lizzie co-founded the European Parkinson’s Disease Association (renamed Parkinson’s Europe last year) in 1992. She has since held several roles within the organisation – including secretary general and…

Study explores predictors of cognitive impairment in Parkinson’s disease

Cognitive impairment can affect some people with Parkinson’s – and may greatly impact their quality of life. Now, researchers in China have examined the possible risk factors for cognitive impairment in those with the condition. The study analysed data from 409 people with Parkinson’s within two years of their involvement in the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI) – an international study that follows people with and without the condition over time. The participants, who were newly diagnosed and experiencing normal cognitive function at the start of the research, were studied for at least five years. Published in ‘Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience’, the results indicate that older age at onset, high blood pressure and worse baseline motor symptoms may be among factors that could contribute to an increased risk of developing cognitive impairment. The researchers cautioned that “a larger sample and much more comprehensive assessment, and prolonged follow-up, will be required”.

Could frailty be a potential risk factor for Parkinson’s disease?

Frailty can refer to a reduction in physical function, and its attributes – including a slow walking speed and weak grip – are commonly experienced by people with Parkinson’s. Until now, there has been limited insight into the link between frailty and the risk of developing the condition over time. This is what led researchers at the Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China to analyse data from a large UK study, which was gathered over a 12-year period. Published in JAMA Neurology, the analysis found that frailty may be linked to an 87% higher risk of developing the condition. Commenting on the results, the researchers said: “These findings indicate that physical frailty is a potential risk factor for [Parkinson’s], and the assessment and management of frailty might have clinical significance in the at-risk population.”

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Parkinson’s in the news: October

Global update

Author: Sophie ParrottPublished: 27 October 2022

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A follow-up study looks at the risk of developing dementia in those with Parkinson’s disease

New technology may help to speed up the diagnosis of Parkinson’s

Could an app be used to detect Parkinson’s?

TV personality Sharon Osbourne sheds light on her husband, Ozzy Osbourne’s, condition

Country musician Jody Miller dies of Parkinson’s-related complications

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