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Google Founder Starts Project After Finding Genetic Mutation
Imagine you know that in a few decades you will be struck with an incurable disease. How much energy would you put into trying to find a cure before it's too late?
Well after learning that he had a genetic mutation that results in a high risk of Parkinson's disease, Google co-founder Sergey Brin has decided to spend millions of dollars on an innovative genetic study, which will attempt to conduct research by, you guessed it, search.
ACTivism: Ryan Reynolds Runs For His Father's Life
One of the ways we motivate ourselves to get involved in races is by adding a bit of philanthropy to it. Apparently, celebrities need the same sort of motivation. Recently, Ryan Reynolds declared that he is going to run the New York City Marathon to raise money for Parkinson's disease (his father has been diagnosed with the disease).
New Drug for Parkinson's Disease
A new drug has been approved by the FDA to treat early Parkinson's disease. I always thought it was a disease that afflicted older folks, but remembered Michael J. Fox was only 30 years old when he announced that he had the disease.
Coffee: The New Health Drink?
Think there's an over the counter drug that could lower your risk of Type 2 diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and colon cancer?
Well, there is, but you won't find it at the pharmacy. Try going to your local coffee shop counter to get a hold of this wonder drug.
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Parkinson's disease
In This Report- Highlights
- Introduction
- Symptoms
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Levadopa (L-dopa)
- Other Medications
- Surgery
- Lifestyle Changes
- Resources
- References
- In 2007, the FDA approved the first skin patch drug for treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Transdermal rotigotine (Neupro) is a dopamine agonist drug that may help improve symptoms of early-stage Parkinson’s disease. The patch is applied daily.
- Rivastigimine (Exelon), an Alzheimer’s disease drug, was approved in 2006 for treatment of mild-to-moderate dementia associated with Parkinson’s disease.
Parkinson’s disease
Overview- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Causes, incidence, and risk factors
- Symptoms
- Signs and tests
- Treatment
- Support Groups
- Expectations (prognosis)
- Complications
- Calling your health care provider
- References
Parkinson's disease
Overview- Signs and Symptoms
- What Causes It?
- What to Expect at Your Provider's Office
- Treatment Options
- Following Up
- Special Considerations
- Supporting Research
Parkinson’s disease - resources
Overview- Alternative Names
- Information
- American Parkinson Disease Association - www.apdaparkinson.org
- National Parkinson Foundation - www.parkinson.org
- Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research - www.michaeljfox.com
- Parkinson's Disease Foundation, Inc. - www.pdf.org
Substantia nigra and Parkinson's disease
Back HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Parkinson’s disease is a slowly progressive disorder that affects movement, muscle control, and balance. Part of the disease process develops as cells are destroyed in certain parts of the brain stem, particularly the crescent-shaped cell mass known as the substantia nigra. Nerve cells in the substantia nigra send out fibers to tissue located in both sides of the brain. There the cells release essential neurotransmitters that help control movement and coordination.Alzheimer's disease
In This Report- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Prevention
- Symptoms
- Diagnosis
- Medications
- Stages
- Resources
- References
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