The Latest Breaking News from Parkinson Disease

In a small-scale study, researchers examined how engaging in a simple exercise together such as tandem cycling could benefit a patient who suffers from Parkinson's disease and their respective caretakers.

The use of stem cells to treat Parkinson's Disease has shown promise in clinical trials around the world, with results that far exceed the effects of other therapies.

A new study published in the journal, Movement Disorders has identified key genes that raise the risk of Parkinson's disease in young Indians. The study has been done by Parkinson's Research Alliance of India (PRAI) and MedGenome, a global genomics company in South Asia. This is the first of its…

A new study by MedGenome and PRAI identifies genetic variations that can detect Young Onset Parkinson's Disease.

Imagine a world in which early detection of Parkinson's disease, even in the absence of symptoms, was possible. We are getting closer to that reality thanks to research from Harvard University's Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Their research has revealed a molecular assay platform…

It was a turbulent year from start to end, but 2023 was not just about devastating wars, natural disasters and the cost-of-living crisis. The past 12 months also saw the approval of a revolutionary new malaria vaccine, a sharp drop in the deforestation of the Amazon, and an historic victory…

Since it was first produced at the start of the 20th century, synthetic plastic – and especially plastic packaging – has been an ever-present fixture in everyday life. Yet all the convenience plastic has given us comes at a price.

Scottish actor Billy Connolly has said that every day gets ‘stranger and more different’ as he navigates condition

Marc, 63, had freezing of gait before becoming first with advanced Parkinson’s to be fitted with device restoring normal signalling

As we journey through life, the risk of developing chronic diseases, including cancer, heart disease and neurological disorders, increases significantly. However, while we all grow older chronologically at the same pace, biologically, our clocks can tick faster or slower. Relying solely on chronological age – the number of years since…

The centuries-old martial art of tai chi is shown to have many health benefits – including improving balance, reducing anxiety and preventing cardiovascular disease.