Category: Parkinson’s News

Ask any neurologist: Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder. The conspicuous symptoms of Parkinson’s disease-;uncontrollable tremors, slowed down motions, and the feeling that one’s feet are stuck to the ground-;all stem from the loss of neurons in a region of the brain that helps control movement.

The study detected physical differences in the eyes of people with Parkinson’s and those without the condition.

Ground-breaking Non-Dopaminergic Drug Combining Both Anti-Dyskinetic and Anti-Parkinsonian Properties

Every morning, when I woke, I could see the pit from my bedroom window. When you couldn’t see it you could smell it, an invisible sulphurous presence.

“I will miss him personally, as a good friend”

On Saturday, Aug. 26, at 10 a.m., the Parkinson’s Support Group will hold its annual barbecue at the Union Church of L.A., 401 E. Third St. (at San Pedro Street) in Little Tokyo. They welcome all members and family to come and join the party. RSVP by Aug. 21 due to preparation of the food. […]

More than 200 racers turned out to the Pike County town of Hull, Illinois. Proceeds from this fundraiser will go toward Parkinson’s Disease research.

Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario will host the Annual Walk for Parkinson’s Sept. 9-10 to raise funds and awareness.

Michael Parkinson is remembered and Edinburgh TV Festival is previewed in this week’s International Insider