Gut bacteria Bifidobacteria breaks down levodopa: Study
Bifidobacteria, a type of bacteria found at higher levels in the gut of Parkinson’s disease patients, is capable of breaking…
Articles by Lindsey Shapiro, PhD
Gene linked to movement disorder with Parkinson’s-like symptoms
Researchers have discovered a new early-onset movement disorder associated with mutations in the ACBD6 gene, and several symptoms are similar to those…
Swallowing problems may be due to poorer sensation in the airways
Major problems with sensation in the airways — essential in preventing the dysphagia or swallowing difficulties that can lead to…
Trial to determine if SIS imaging system makes DBS more effective
Surgical Information Sciences (SIS) has opened a clinical trial to evaluate whether its visualization technology system for locating…
Regular exercise with depression can lower person’s risk of Parkinson’s
Engaging in regular physical activity before and after being diagnosed with depression can lower a person’s risk of developing…
Possible blood biomarkers of Parkinson’s fatigue identified
Blood levels of tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-a), an inflammatory molecule, and phosphorylated alpha-synuclein, a Parkinson’s disease biomarker, could…
Mouse study sheds light on alpha-synuclein buildup in the gut
Recent research in mice has revealed possible mechanisms by which alpha-synuclein protein is transported from blood cells in circulation to…
Gender norms and stereotypes can affect patients’ well-being, care
Gender norms and stereotypes substantially can impact the well-being of men and women living with Parkinson’s disease, highlighting a…
Review study evaluates botulinum for treating excessive drooling
Botulinum toxin was found to be relatively safe and effective for treating excessive drooling in people with Parkinson’s disease,…
Mitochondrial DNA damage linked to spread of neurodegeneration
Damage to the genetic material in mitochondria, cells’ energy production centers, may trigger the spread of nerve cell death in…