October 1, 2023

When we laugh, our brain activity changes in ways that lower our stress response. You may have heard that old saying, “Laughter is the...

July 31, 2023

Extreme dehydration—defined by the World Health Organization as a loss of more than 10 percent of your body weight in fluid—can lead to injury...

July 31, 2023

Lacosamide, a medication approved to treat epilepsy, showed a potential to be neuroprotective in a rat model of Parkinson’s, a study reports. Treatment with lacosamide...

July 31, 2023

Occasional diarrhea is nothing to worry about. The causes of diarrhea can range from a stomach flu to a specific meal or ingredient you...

July 31, 2023

Napping during the day could help older people keep mentally sharp by reducing brain shrinkage. From the age of 35, the brain shrinks by 0.2%...

July 31, 2023

For many, living with Parkinson’s can make it harder to leave the house on a daily basis, let alone travel to a new time...

June 1, 2023

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June 1, 2023

Parkinson’s is a long-term neurological condition. It causes problems in the brain that worsen over time. In the UK, around 145,000 people are living with...

June 1, 2023

Researchers say certain strains of gut bacteria are the likely cause of Parkinson’s Scientists at the University of Helsinki on Friday said they had demonstrated...

June 1, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions About Donation To The “Gift-Of-Hope” Donor Program For Parkinson’s Disease 1. WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF A BRAIN DONATION? Brain donation is a...

May 1, 2023

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March 1, 2023

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February 1, 2023

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January 1, 2023

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January 1, 2023

As a nonprofit, we rely entirely on the generosity of our community to fund our free emotional and practical support programs for people with...