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Researchers Model Possible Test for Early Parkinson’s Diagnosis

Researchers may have found a test to diagnose neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease earlier, according to a new study published in the journal Physical Review Applied. The study, “Fluctuations in Protein Aggregation: Design of Preclinical Screening for Early Diagnosis of Neurodegenerative Disease,” was conducted by Giulio Costantini, from…

Phase 3 Trial Enrollment Underway for Parkinson’s Disease Motor Movement Therapy

NeuroDerm has started enrolling Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients in iNDiGO, a Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating the effectiveness of ND0612L, the company’s levodopa/carbidopa (LD/CD) subcutaneous liquid formulation. Levodopa and dopamine agonists, the first line of defense against Parkinson’s disease, are drugs commonly used to improve and control the symptoms of tremor, muscular…

Portland, Oregon Prepares for 2016 World Parkinson’s Congress in September

The nonprofit Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon (PRO) will unveil a series of Parkinson’s Ready training for the Portland Police Department, local hospitals and clinics (Legacy Health Systems), Portland International Airport security services (Transportation Security Administration), and local hotels in downtown Portland. The initiative is included in the organization’s program…