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A Search for Answers Leads One Patient to Genetics
June 28, 2012
… someone diagnosed even younger, and look what he was doing to bring attention to this disease.” Being a user and … with Parkinson’s, she became a part of the 23andMe community. Sharon’s husband, Rick, is a control volunteer … sooner—if not in time for me than for my sons, should they show any symptoms.” If you have PD , you are entitled to a …
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Making a List to Prepare for Your Doctor Appointment
April 26, 2019
… A common piece of advice to make the most out of time with your Parkinson's physician … top concerns and questions. But what should that look like? How much information should you include? Jim Force, 71, from …
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How Generations of Generosity Have Inspired a Lifelong Commitment from One Donor
July 25, 2023
… Mona Dewart grew up with parents who were committed to giving back, and they passed down this philosophy to … donations to causes she believes in. “That’s how I was raised,” she says. “I feel fortunate that I have …
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Xenon Inhalation to Reduce L-DOPA-Induced Dyskinesia
… Levodopa is the most effective drug to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, however long-term use leads to disabling L-DOPA-induced … sub-anesthetic concentration of xenon (Xe-O2 50%/50%) with comparable efficacy to amantadine. The present project aims … Glutamate Receptors …
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Ask the MD: A Team Approach to Parkinson’s Fitness
September 6, 2019
… improves mobility and sleep, boosts mood and may contribute to positive brain changes that slow disease progression. … training in exercising programming for older adults or become certified to instruct a Parkinson’s-specific exercise … try it. Often classes can be adapted for PD. MJFF: How can an exercise specialist or class help with …
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16 Reasons to Participate in Parkinson's Clinical Trials
April 30, 2015
… you know that clinical trials need volunteers in order to drive new treatments for Parkinson's disease through … www.foxtrialfinder.org today. Below, 16 members of our community tell us why participating in research is so … modifications and a cure to be found. So why not me? How about you? Join us in celebrating Clinical Trials …