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Changes in the Eye May Be a Window to Parkinson's Disease
August 29, 2018
A study found people with Parkinson's had thinner retinas and those changes related to dopamine loss and physical symptoms.
Tests for Parkinson's within Reach
August 15, 2018
Parkinson's scientists say tests to predict the course of the disease are within reach thanks to investment in large-scale studies and standardized methods.
Framework Categorizes Alzheimer's to Speed Understanding and Drug Development
April 10, 2018
Parkinson's research often models its approach after the Alzheimer's field, and ongoing efforts may lead to a similar framework for PD.
Ask the MD: Parkinson's Diagnosis and Biomarkers
March 22, 2018
In the latest "Ask the MD" video, Dr. Dolhun talks about how doctors diagnose Parkinson's and how a tool called a biomarker may help.
Collaboration Most Ambitious Initiative toward a Cure
March 20, 2018
The Lancet Neurology calls the AMP PD program the 'most ambitious initiative so far to find a cure for Parkinson's.'
$24-Million Public-Private Partnership Expands Investigation of Parkinson's Disease
January 30, 2018
The Michael J. Fox Foundation, National Institutes of Health and five industry partners unite to find molecular difference in Parkinson's.
Brewing a Potential Marker for Parkinson's
January 04, 2018
A recent study shows that the way people with Parkinson's process caffeine could help identify disease earlier.
Giving to Uncover a Test for Parkinson's
November 17, 2017
Steve Hodges and the KiMe Fund focus on community involvement and funding researcher tools to ensure future generations don't have to live with Parkinson's.
Podcast: Sniff Test for Parkinson's Disease
October 17, 2017
Measuring a person's scent or eye movements could lead to earlier PD diagnosis.
Parkinson's Protein Levels Stable over Year in Early Disease
October 13, 2017
Analysis from the MJFF-led PPMI points to potential use of these biomarkers for testing drug engagement but likely not for tracking short-term progression.
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