Researchers have discovered how to block cells dying, in a finding that could lead to new treatments for neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.  The team at Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of […]

Eating about a dozen servings of ultraprocessed food each day could more than double your risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to a new study.  A single serving in the […]

Air pollution, pesticides and chemicals – along with genetic factors – can increase your risk  While there’s no single cause of Parkinson’s disease, the degenerative brain condition may be linked […]

A novel drug molecule could potentially lead to new treatments to prevent Parkinson’s disease in younger patients, according to new research.  “We are excited about this drug compound because we […]

Restless legs syndrome, sometimes called Willis-Ekbom disease, is a condition that causes an overwhelming urge to move your legs. This can cause discomfort. People with Parkinson’s have described it as […]

If you’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s and have children or grandchildren, you may be thinking about how to talk to them about your condition. Here are some tips to help […]

‘On/off’ describes sudden changes in your symptoms throughout the day. Clinical neuropsychologist Jennifer Foley explores what these changes are and how to cope with them. You may find this article […]

Scientists have announced a breakthrough in Parkinson’s disease detection using a  new immuno-infrared sensor (iRS) test  that analyses cerebrospinal fluid for protein misfolding, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of this progressive […]

A small new trial published in the journal Nature Medicine describes what would be two firsts for Parkinson’s disease – a diagnostic test and a potential immune-based treatment that works similarly to a vaccine.   […]

Neuroimaging company Xingimaging has announced the launch of the NX PET Camera, a new tool for positron emission tomography (PET) imaging that aims to accelerate research into Parkinson’s disease.  The novel tool, for […]

In body-first subtype, disease may start in the digestive tract and then spread  People with Parkinson’s disease who have orthostatic hypotension – that’s where the blood pressure drops suddenly upon standing up […]

Gardening can be a form of therapeutic exercise. Tasks such as digging, weeding, and planting can improve or maintain your:   Flexibility  Strength   Coordination  Dexterity   Balance   Heart health   Being in the […]