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(16-Nov-2009) Gene mutations linked to both common and rarer hereditary forms of disease |
(23-Oct-2009) Timing mechanisms in brain cells may hold clues for Parkinson's treatment, researchers say |
(21-Oct-2009) Finding from worldwide study could one day lead to new treatments |
(20-Oct-2009) But too much urate can also cause trouble, so more study is needed, experts say |
(14-Oct-2009) Treatment tested in monkeys addresses only motor issues, though, experts say |
(13-Oct-2009) But too much urate can also cause trouble, so more study is needed, experts say |
(23-Sep-2009) Researchers split on whether it slowed disease progression in trial |
(15-Sep-2009) Occupational exposure may trigger the neurodegenerative disease, study finds |
(04-Aug-2009) More testing still needed, but nerve growth factor proved effective in study |
(24-Jul-2009) Study finds possible increased risk of both conditions among Vietnam vets |
(14-Jul-2009) Researchers aren't sure what spurs need for early treatment |
(07-Jul-2009) Older stem cell lines eligible for U.S. research dollars, NIH says |
(03-Jul-2009) Parkinsons drugs may thwart treatment-resistant strain, study finds |
(30-Jun-2009) Women are more vulnerable during certain stages of life, study finds |
(12-Jun-2009) Finding questions theory that certain traits hint at disease development |
(08-May-2009) Manipulation may be used someday against Parkinson's, too, expert suggests |
(17-Apr-2009) Agency says cells should come from fertility clinic embryos that otherwise would be discarded |
(10-Apr-2009) But lower doses of dopamine agonists appear to curb compulsive acting out, study says |
(06-Apr-2009) Obesity may alter nervous system, triggering the movement disorder, researchers say |
(19-Mar-2009) Stimulation of spinal cord less invasive than deep brain stimulation, researchers say |
(11-Mar-2009) Levels of disability, quality of life similar on levodopa or pramipexole, study finds |
(09-Mar-2009) Scientists applaud his action, which is expected to kick-start efforts to unlock therapeutic potential |
(08-Mar-2009) Researchers applaud his action, which is expected to kick-start efforts to unlock therapeutic potential |
(25-Feb-2009) But protection limited to natural hormones, not HRT, researchers note |
(16-Feb-2009) Linkage between the two might be genetic, researchers say |
(09-Feb-2009) Move by Obama expected to kick-start efforts to unlock therapeutic potential |
(06-Jan-2009) Study found both physical function and quality of life improved |
(24-Dec-2008) Finding could help docs spot those at risk for dementia, Parkinson's, researchers say |
(17-Dec-2008) Study finds more success when multiple brain receptors are targeted |
(04-Dec-2008) Government report notes problems include dementia, aggression, depression |
(13-Oct-2008) Study found their levels were lower than Alzheimer's patients, healthy controls |
(12-Sep-2008) Could help in treatment of Parkinson's, epilepsy and depression, researchers say |
(12-Sep-2008) Those who eat this way reduce risk of many illnesses by almost 10%, study says |
(11-Sep-2008) Acts against destructive free radicals, researchers say |
(23-Jul-2008) Genetically engineered rodents will help in study of loss of smell, researcher says |
(27-Jun-2008) But more study is needed to confirm the link, one expert said |
(26-Jun-2008) Study says startle response sped up reactions |
(25-Jun-2008) Impulsive gambling, shopping, sex and binge eating common among patients, study shows |
(24-Jun-2008) Experimental drug, patch for current drug both control symptoms better, studies show |
(02-Jun-2008) But relief not on way, since FDA has said evidence of drug's effectiveness lacking |
(12-May-2008) Re-implantation of devices at shorter distances improved motor scores, researchers find |
(03-May-2008) Drugs for acid reflux, urinary incontinence 'slow down' seniors, studies say |
(28-Apr-2008) Small study found measurable gains in those with moderate to severe disease |
(15-Apr-2008) Rapid eye movement disorder can involve anxiety, low attention levels and Parkinson's |
(14-Apr-2008) Those with highest amount had almost half the risk of needing to start treatment |
(07-Apr-2008) Rodent studies could lead to therapeutic applications in humans, researchers say |
(06-Apr-2008) Findings back control of hypertension, diabetes that may contribute to cumulative effects |
(06-Apr-2008) Dopamine neurons may not work long-term, as disease causes pathologic changes in cells |
(02-Apr-2008) They offered some relief, but results were not statistically significant |
(28-Mar-2008) Those with lowest odor identification scores had 5 times greater risk, study finds |
(28-Mar-2008) Study found strongest ties to herbicides and insecticides |
(24-Mar-2008) Injecting neurons that were genetic match improved symptoms, avoided rejection |
(21-Mar-2008) Finding could lead to better understanding of the incurable neurological disorder |
(15-Mar-2008) Dopamine prevents tumors from gaining a blood supply, studies suggest |
(06-Feb-2008) Preliminary study finds some benefit from calcium channel blockers |
(18-Jan-2008) Researchers found certain variations may indicate higher risk of ALS, Parkinson's |
(11-Jan-2008) Study links trichloroethylene exposure to nervous system disorder |
(04-Jan-2008) Modified protein hastens nerve cell death, scientists say |
(02-Jan-2008) This suggests a link between the illness and depression, anxiety disorders, researchers say |
(08-Nov-2007) It could be a breakthrough for neurological research, experts say |
(05-Nov-2007) Over-the-counter pain meds reduced risk by as much as 60%, researchers say |
(08-Oct-2007) Relatives of Parkinson's patients more likely to develop dementia, study finds |
(27-Sep-2007) Here are typical symptoms |
(19-Sep-2007) Work with mice might lead to treatments for diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer's |
(17-Sep-2007) While more research is needed, finding could prove significant |
(29-Aug-2007) Hormone-replacement therapy seems to lessen likelihood of problems, study finds |
(11-Jul-2007) Gender, age, overall health key factors identifying those at risk, study finds |
(10-Jul-2007) Tobacco products conferred some protection, although not for those over 75, study says |
(09-Jul-2007) Reduces risk of gastrointestinal side effects |
(05-Jul-2007) In mouse study, reversing this cellular injury healed the brain |
(21-Jun-2007) Finding could have implications for other diseases, like Alzheimer's, researchers say |
(21-Jun-2007) Small study showed symptoms were eased, but treatment needs larger testing, researchers say. |
(30-May-2007) More exposure means a higher likelihood of the motor illness, research shows |
(16-May-2007) Widely touted remedy had no impact on symptoms, study finds |
(10-May-2007) Delivers drug that mimics dopamine |
(27-Apr-2007) Too often, doctors may blame mood change on impact of diagnosis, experts say |
(26-Apr-2007) Agents that act on dopamine may trigger compulsion, apathy |
(25-Apr-2007) Researchers still looking for cause of the apparent benefit |
(16-Apr-2007) Movement improved after treatment to stop death of dopamine-producing brain cells, study finds |
(16-Apr-2007) It may help patients with severe depression and other disorders, study finds |
(09-Apr-2007) Family study supports a link, although reasons behind it remain unclear |
(05-Apr-2007) Ropinirole reduced return of symptoms by 2.1 hours a day, study finds |
(29-Mar-2007) Studies linked the medication to leaky heart valves, FDA says |
(28-Mar-2007) Overweight diabetics 83% more likely to get the brain disease, study found |
(22-Mar-2007) Substance may act as antioxidant, preventing damage to brain cells |
(19-Mar-2007) Risedronate counters inactivity-linked weakening of bone, study finds |
(13-Feb-2007) Some patients develop gambling or sex addictions, experts note |
(07-Feb-2007) The treatment is much more targeted than smoking marijuana, researchers say |
(03-Jan-2007) Pergolide and cabergoline have same effect as now-banned Fen-phen, studies find |
(02-Jan-2007) Subjects taking zonisamide showed up to 40% improvement in tests, study finds |
(28-Dec-2006) Study finds a paradox as subjects with low levels of 'bad' LDL more likely to have disease |
(27-Nov-2006) Drivers with the illness made more mistakes while distracted, study found |
(22-Nov-2006) The mutation produces malfunctioning proteins that disrupt brain-cell networks, study finds |
(31-Oct-2006) Michael J. Fox's shakiness caused by long-term medication, not the disease, experts say |
(19-Oct-2006) A protein activates natural antioxidant toxin-fighters |
(18-Oct-2006) And the club drug Ecstasy is giving scientists clues to Parkinson's disease |
(10-Oct-2006) Findings offer important insights into Parkinson's disease, researchers say |
(15-Sep-2006) Effects of dieldrin persist for years after exposure, study suggests |
(30-Aug-2006) Offers greater benefits, fewer side effects than drugs, study reports |
(08-Aug-2006) Targeting a protein produced by the gene might treat the disease, experts say |
(28-Jul-2006) Enzyme critical to maintenance of cell health could hold key, study finds |
(12-Jul-2006) Having a brain expert on hand does make a difference, study found |
(10-Jul-2006) Finding could help avoid patient misdiagnosis, experts say |
(28-Jun-2006) Already sanctioned for Alzheimer's |
(26-Jun-2006) Type and duration of exposure needed isn't yet clear, researchers say |
(22-Jun-2006) Findings could lead to new drug treatments for humans |
(15-Jun-2006) Reduces span when symptoms return as medicines wear off |
(18-May-2006) Prevents breakdown of key brain chemical |
(12-May-2006) Medications can help reduce tremor and other symptoms |
(03-May-2006) Fruit fly experiments may lead to new treatments, researchers claim |
(05-Apr-2006) Heavy gambling, hypersexuality reported in rare cases |
(07-Mar-2006) A clumped protein once thought harmful may actually protect the brain, experts say |
(20-Feb-2006) Surprise discovery shows that gender-linked gene affects brain chemical, too |
(16-Feb-2006) Straight-laced types may have higher odds for the disease, study suggests |
(25-Jan-2006) Major cause of movement disorder among Eastern European Jews, study finds |
(10-Jan-2006) Stiffness, tremors and loss of balance could be telltale signs, study finds |
(15-Dec-2005) They are able to penetrate the brain's blood barrier, researchers report |
(13-Dec-2005) After a year, many saw 48 percent improvement in symptoms, study found |
(23-Nov-2005) Study says doctors may be at higher risk |
(08-Aug-2005) This side effect may also be partly the result of the disease itself |
(04-Aug-2005) Finding could lead to new ways to treat neurodegenerative disease |
(29-Jul-2005) More than 40% of those who took pramipexole reported 50% drop in pain, study says |
(11-Jul-2005) Finding could offer insights into addictive behaviors, researchers say |
(07-Jul-2005) Could lead to treatments for diseases like muscular dystrophy, researchers say |
(14-APR-2005) Regular use of the painkiller linked to lowered risk, study finds |
(14-Apr-2005) Study found women who had both taken out when young were more vulnerable later |
(11-MAR-2005) Rasagiline still awaiting approval in United States |
(22-FEB-2005) Researchers say they could be diagnostic tool in future |
(20-JAN-2005) Technique could one day be used for Parkinson's, stroke victims |
(17-JAN-2005) Mutation may cause 5 percent of cases in people with family history of the disease |
(15-DEC-2004) Information could lead to development of new drugs |
(14-DEC-2004) Both show equal decline in cognitive function each year |
(08-DEC-2004) One treatment may help combat dementia suffered by some patients |
(01-DEC-2004) Animal study found it helped with movement problems |
(29-NOV-2004) Rifampicin shows promise as potential treatment |
(04-NOV-2004) It shows how drugs prescribed for the disease may produce learning problems |
(03-NOV-2004) Finding could lead to new treatments, scientists say |
(25-OCT-2004) Protects brain cells against damage, researchers say |
(05-OCT-2004) Researchers think the therapy still might prove useful |
(08-SEP-2004) Rat study shows gene therapy prevented degeneration of nerve cells in brain |
(12-AUG-2004) Study finds selegiline cuts need for levodopa |
(28-JUL-2004) Alzheimer's unlikely to be a big beneficiary |
(21-JUL-2004) Two medications work on different symptoms in early stages |
(08-JUL-2004) Advances prompt call to scientists to plead their own case |
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