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September 19, 2017

Another Protein Plays a Role in Spreading Harmful Alpha-synuclein in Parkinson’s, Mouse Study Shows

Scientists have linked the clumping of alpha-synuclein protein to Parkinson’s disease, and a study in mice indicates that the clumps accumulate and spread by interacting with the protein responsible ... Read more

September 18, 2017

Common Antiseptic Ingredients Disrupt Mitochondria’s Function, Impair Hormone Response, Study Finds

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Commonly used in household products, the antimicrobial agents known as quaternary ammonium compounds, or “quats,” were found to inhibit mitochondria function and to impair estrogen signaling. The findings raise ... Read more

September 15, 2017

Algorithm Accurately Predicts Risk of Cognitive Decline in Parkinson’s

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A new algorithm can accurately predict cognitive decline in Parkinson’s disease patients within 10 years of disease onset, a study shows. The study, “Prediction of cognition in Parkinson’s disease ... Read more

September 14, 2017

AC Immune Develops Antibodies That Target Two Proteins in Parkinson’s Disease

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AC Immune has developed antibodies against two proteins that are key players in the neurodegeneration underlying Parkinson’s and other neurological diseases. The Swiss biopharmaceutical company used its proprietary SupraAntigen platform to create the next-generation ... Read more

September 13, 2017September 13, 2017

Common Antidepressant Also Delays Parkinson’s Disease Progression, MSU Researchers Show

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The antidepressant drug nortriptyline — approved more than 50 years ago for depression and nerve pain — may also slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease by halting the formation of ... Read more

September 12, 2017September 12, 2017

Australian Researchers Develop New Diagnostic Tool to Spot Early Signs of Parkinson’s

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Researchers at Australia’s RMIT University have developed the first tool capable of diagnosing early signs of Parkinson’s disease even before symptoms are visible — offering new prospects for more effective treatments. Their ... Read more

September 11, 2017September 11, 2017

GeneFo Webinar to Focus on Using Humor to Manage Parkinson’s Disease

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GeneFo, an internet resource on genetic diseases, is offering a free online lecture featuring humorist and author Yvonne deSousa, who has a neurodegenerative illness. The topic of the Sept. ... Read more

September 8, 2017September 8, 2017

Phase 1b Trial of VY-AADC01 Gene Therapy for Advanced Parkinson’s Disease Shows Positive Results

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An ongoing Phase 1b trial of VY-AADC01, a gene therapy for the treatment of advanced Parkinson’s disease (PD), is showing positive results, including improvement of motor function and activities of daily ... Read more

September 7, 2017September 8, 2017

Sumitomo Dainippon Seeks Japanese Approval for Trerief to Treat Parkinsonism in Dementia Patients

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Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma has asked Japanese authorities to approve its Trerief (zonisamide) as a new therapy for parkinsonism in dementia patients with Lewy bodies, the company announced in a press release. ... Read more

September 7, 2017September 7, 2017

The Importance of Oral Health in Parkinson’s Disease

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Oral health is essential for everyone, but people living with Parkinson’s disease need to pay particular attention to their mouth, teeth and gums to limit any problems. MORE: Three causes of psychosis in Parkinson’s ... Read more