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Parkinson’s Mutation Causes Impaired Neuron Growth Throughout Life

Dopamine-producing neurons in the brain grow throughout life, but this growth is hindered by a genetic mutation that is associated with the development of Parkinson’s disease, a new study demonstrates. The researchers hope these findings will lead scientists to “focus on enhancing the generation of new dopamine-producing neurons, rather…

UK Survey Seeks Input from Dementia Patient Caregivers

Parkinson’s UK has opened a survey aimed at understanding the experiences of caregivers of people who have Lewy body dementia or Parkinson’s disease dementia. The survey seeks to shed light on the support caregivers receive, and caregivers’ and patients’ experiences with the health and social care system in…

Dancing the Tango May Reduce Fall Risk, Help With Balance

Dancing the tango may help people with Parkinson’s disease maintain balance and avoid falling, according to new research from Florida State University (FSU). “Argentine tango involves specific dance techniques that decrease fall risk and are generally not taught in other dances or activities,” Shani Peter, a third-year medical student…

Collaboration Tackles Sleep Problems in Parkinson’s

Cambridge Sleep Sciences and Parkinson’s Concierge have entered an agreement to tackle sleep problems in Parkinson’s disease. Sleep problems such as difficulty falling asleep, daytime sleepiness, and troubled dreams are among the most common non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Sleep also can be indirectly affected by other…