Why your gut microbiome is so important for health and how to protect it
Resolutions to improve health typically include measures such as more exercise, a healthier diet and stopping smoking. But…
Parkinson’s disease is on the rise. 5 expert tips to reduce your risk of developing it
The “Shaking Palsy.”Those are the words Dr. James Parkinson used in an essay more than 200 years ago…
Untreated Sleep Apnea Doubles Parkinson’s Risk
Summary: A large analysis of more than 11 million medical records found that people with untreated obstructive sleep…
Ailing civil rights icon Jesse Jackson hospitalized for rare neurological disorder
CHICAGO (AP) — The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who has been receiving around-the-clock care at home, has been hospitalized…
Lifestyle changes may help prevent Parkinson’s disease, experts say
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As the global population ages, the prevalence of Parkinson’s continues…
The unhealthiest coffee you can drink is a firm favourite but ‘it’s full of sugar and fat’
Many of us are huge fans of coffee, but there are certain coffees that everyone should probably avoidA…
Study reveals protein plaques in neurodegeneration function as enzymes, breaking down ATP
A new study led by Rice University’s Pernilla Wittung-Stafshede has revealed that protein clumps, or plaques that clog…
Michael J. Fox addresses ‘Back to the Future’ rivalry rumor ahead of acting return
Michael J. Fox is sharing new details from his “Back to the Future” days. Fox originally wasn’t the…
Sleep Disorders Predict Parkinson’s or Dementia Years Ahead
Summary: Two landmark international studies show that brain biomarkers can predict whether people with REM sleep behaviour disorder…
Optogenetics and artificial intelligence open path to personalized Parkinson’s treatment
Globally recognized figures like Muhammad Ali and Michael J. Fox have long suffered from Parkinson’s disease. The disease…
Oral Bacteria May Trigger Parkinson’s Disease
Summary: Scientists have uncovered a direct link between oral bacteria and Parkinson’s disease. They found that Streptococcus mutans,…
Scientists say Parkinson’s may start from where one least expects it (hint: it’s not the brain) |
For decades, medical science and people believed that Parkinson’s disease originated in the brain, primarily affecting motor function…