Parkinson's disease

Another reason for Parkinson's is here - Seasonal Flu

Most cases of Parkinson's have no known cause and researchers continue to debate and study possible factors that may contribute to the disease.

May 31, 2017, 15:57 PM IST

Scientists grow 'brain cells on a chip' that could help treat Alzheimer's, Parkinson's

Researchers said that such implants can help the brain recover after damage due to an accident, stroke or degenerative neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

May 16, 2017, 22:25 PM IST

Parkinson's disease may start in the gut and spread to the brain: Study

Parkinson's disease is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement, often including tremors.

Apr 28, 2017, 00:26 AM IST

Persistent dandruff - Could it be a sign of these health conditions? Steps to prevent it

The exact cause of dandruff is still unclear. However, a condition called seborrheic dermatitis, or seborrhea, is believed to be a common cause of it.

Apr 24, 2017, 17:27 PM IST

Researchers 'wake us up' to a good news – Parkinson`s is curable

Palmitoylethanolamide, an endogenous fatty acid amide signalling molecule well-known for its ability to promote the resolution of neuroinflammation and exert neuroprotection, has shown potential therapeutic action in such animal models.

Apr 13, 2017, 11:03 AM IST

60% people mistake Parkinson's Disease symptoms for old age problem, says neurologists

As people lack awareness on Parkinson's Disease, 60 per cent of them mistake its symptoms to be old age problems, causing a causing a delay in diagnosis and leads to irreversible position of the disease, dosctors said on Wednesday.

Apr 13, 2017, 00:55 AM IST

Solution to treat Parkinson's disease? Brain cell conversion, say scientists!

Researchers from Karolinska Institute in Sweden used astrocytes glial cells, named for their star-shape, which are highly abundant in the brains of mice and humans.

Apr 12, 2017, 00:11 AM IST

Hepatitis B, C may raise risk of Parkinson's disease

The results revealed that people with Hepatitis B were 76 per cent more likely to develop Parkinson's disease, and those with Hepatitis C were 51 per cent more likely to develop Parkinson's disease.

Mar 30, 2017, 16:57 PM IST

Parkinson's disease: 2.5 hours of exercise per week can slow physical declines in PD patients

The study by the researchers at Northwestern University found that at least 150 minutes of weekly exercise may help people suffering from Parkinson's disease by improving mobility impairment and health-related quality of life.

Mar 24, 2017, 14:29 PM IST

The secret to prevent Parkinson's disease is in our genes!

By discovering the gene networks that orchestrate this process, researchers have singled out new therapeutic targets that could prevent neuron loss.

Feb 19, 2017, 16:22 PM IST

'Stem cell treatment shows improvement in Parkinson's, neurology patients'

Stem cell treatments can lead to great improvement in patients suffering from Parkinson's disease, extreme pain in the groin and other neurological issues as it helps in the regeneration of tissues -- a new treatment option, said doctors on Friday.

Jan 21, 2017, 00:27 AM IST

Scientists find link between Parkinson's and gut bacteria

Parkinson's disease is a central nervous system disorder that restricts movement and affects up to 10 million people globally.

Dec 03, 2016, 11:55 AM IST

Exercise may help individuals with Parkinson's disease!

Parkinson's disease -- a neurodegenerative disease that impacts movement, often including tremors -- affects nearly seven to 10 million persons around the world, according to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation.

Nov 16, 2016, 13:52 PM IST

'Rykiel forever' - Parisian label remembers late designer

The late designer Sonia Rykiel was front and centre at the runway show for her eponymous label on Monday at Paris Fashion Week, as red-haired models wearing black jumpers with letters spelling the slogan `Rykiel Forever` kicked off the show.

Oct 04, 2016, 04:07 AM IST

This leukemia drug may treat dementia, Parkinson's disease

This statement comes on the basis of a small study which says that this drug has the potential to improve motor and congnitive functions in dementia and Parkinson's patients.

Jul 13, 2016, 14:26 PM IST

Parkinson's biomarker found in patient urine samples!

Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham found the LRRK2 protein in the urine of Parkinson's patients.

Jul 07, 2016, 10:17 AM IST

Parkinson's disease has shot up in US over 30 years: Study

The incidence of different types of Parkinsonism, including the most common type, Parkinson's disease, has increased significantly in the US in 30 years from 1976 to 2005, a new study says.

Jun 22, 2016, 00:36 AM IST

Nutritional supplement could improve Parkinson's treatment

Lack of the neurotransmitter dopamine is thought to cause Parkinson's, a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement.

Jun 17, 2016, 16:11 PM IST

Parkinson's disease: 10 early warning signs you might have the condition!

The causes of Parkinson's disease remain unknown, but experts believe that the condition is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.

Jun 06, 2016, 10:12 AM IST