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The Long Road to Diagnosis
January 16, 2014
… pm ET In the January 16, 2014 Webinar Dave Iverson talks to a woman with Parkinson's about her long journey to the right … current projects in the pursuit of a definitive diagnostic test for PD, and how this would alter Parkinson's diagnosis …
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Episode 22: Investigating Light Therapy For Sleep and Motor Function in People with PD with Beatrix Feigl
September 3, 2024
… daytime sleepiness, and REM sleep behavior disorder are common in people with Parkinson's disease (PD). Poor sleep quality can also impact other domains of function, including motor function. Prior research has shown that a type of …
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Pinky’s Passion Walk to the Future without Parkinson’s on 7/28
July 16, 2012
… $107,000 for Parkinson’s research. Her fundraising efforts took off after her inaugural Pinky’s Passion for a … and is open to all ages. It will begin with a Unity Lap where all attendees who have Parkinson’s are invited to walk … includes lunch and an event T-shirt. For more information, visit the Pinky’s Passion website. Miranda Lanzillotti …
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BDNF Polymorphism and Parkinson’s Disease Progression in DATATOP
… Study Rationale: A relatively common mutation in the brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) gene exists in the human population. Neurotrophic … people with PD) has potential to serve as a biomarker to predict the rate of PD progression as well as to screen for …
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Immunotherapy with Alpha-synuclein Specific Antibody
… The protein alpha-synuclein is believed to play a major role in the development of Parkinson’s … the protein can be taken up by neighboring cells, thereby spreading the disease from one brain region to another. The … first disease-modifying treatment for PD. Anticipated Outcome: The studies outlined in the current proposal …
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Urge Congress to Support the National Plan to End Parkinson’s
… Congressional champions have reintroduced the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act in the new Congress. The National … first time, unite the federal government in a mission to prevent and cure Parkinson’s, alleviate financial and health … as a co-sponsor of the bill today! How to send an email: Complete the form below to find a pre-written email you can …