#parkinsons-disease

#parkinsons-disease

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In the lawsuit filed last year, Jacobson sought C$5m ($3.6m) from the estate in general, aggravated and punitive damages. He alleged Morrisseau reached into his pants and touched him on the buttocks after Morrisseau's assistant suggested he could heal Jacobson's back pain. In an affidavit filed last September, Jacobson acknowledged that Morrisseau suffered from Parkinson's disease, but claimed he was "still able to use his arms and hands in 2006, with assistance".

Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered that targeting neuronal signaling controlling aberrant learning in the striatum may improve the efficacy of a first-line therapy for Parkinson's disease and has the potential to reduce therapy-related side effects, according to a recent study published in Science Advances. The study, led by D. James Surmeier, PhD, the Nathan Smith Davis Professor and chair of Neuroscience, suggests the approach may alleviate increased involuntary movement triggered by long-term usage of the drug levodopa in patients with late-stage Parkinson's disease.

Heated Rivalry author Rachel Reid says the raunchy TV adaptation of her hit book series success has helped her fight with Parkinson's disease. The 45-year-old novelist cited the steamy hockey romance's popularity in helping her access better care more than two years following her diagnosis. Parkinson's disease, which can be inherited, is a neurological condition caused by a reduction of dopamine in the brain, leading to a plethora of physical and psychological problems such as memory loss, violent tremors, and motor-function issues. Reid opened up about her struggle with Parkinson's while speaking to Today earlier this month, revealing that she had been diagnosed in August 2023.

Amy Lindberg spent 26 years in the Navy and she still walked like it-with intention, like her chin had someplace to be. But around 2017, her right foot stopped following orders. Lindberg and her husband Brad were five years into their retirement. After moving 10 times for Uncle Sam, they'd bought their dream house near the North Carolina coast. They had a backyard that spilled out onto wetlands. From the kitchen, you could see cranes hunting. They kept bees and played pickleball and watched their children grow.

The comprehensive analysis, published in the prestigious journal Lancet Neurology and led by Dr. Ray Dorsey of the University of Rochester Medical Center, demands a radical shift in focus from searching for a cure to eliminating the primary causes: pesticides, industrial solvents and air pollution. This groundbreaking work asserts that because these pollutants are introduced by humans, they can be controlled, potentially sparing millions from a debilitating fate.

Before diving into A Keller Christmas Vacation, take a look at my previous posts in my Hallmark and Family Dynamics series, in which I explore what these films reveal about family relationships. The first looked at parental expectations as well as self-sabotage in relationships, the second addressed our continued seeking of parental approval, and the third offered a look at how heartbreak can send us into despair. Hallmark's A Keller Christmas Vacation is a case study in family stress dynamics.

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

Anthony Jackson, the legendary session bassist credited with creating the contrabass guitar, has died at the age of 73 following a battle with Parkinson's disease. Ranked No. 43 on Consequence's list of the 100 Greatest Bassists of All Time, Jackson's prolific career included recording sessions with Buddy Rich, Chaka Khan, Roberta Flack, Carly Simon, Diana Ross, and Paul Simon. He also performed with Simon & Garfunkel as part of their backing band during the duo's legendary 1981 free concert in Central Park,

The Republican-led House Oversight Committee dropped its subpoena for former FBI director Robert Mueller to testify, hours after his family revealed his Parkinson's diagnosis to the New York Times on Sunday. Chairman James Comer had ordered Mueller to testify this week as part of the committee's wide-ranging probe into the Jeffrey Epstein files. Comer argued Mueller's tenure at the bureau, from 2001 to 2013, overlapped with federal investigations into Epstein and could shed light on unanswered questions.

Imagine being judged not for what you do, but for standing beside someone you love. The stares, the awkward silences, and the pitying looks aren't aimed at you, but you feel them all the same. Caregivers often carry a weight that has nothing to do with their own actions and everything to do with how others react to the person they care for.

Harmful microbes originating from the mouth produce toxins that can affect the brain, potentially contributing to dementia in patients with Parkinson's disease.

Asking for help is a superpower, not a weakness. By recognizing when we need support, we can navigate the complexities of chronic illness with a stronger foundation.

Cuts to US foreign funding will abruptly halt hundreds of crucial clinical trials overseas, jeopardizing medical advancements and compromising global health initiatives.

The OnCue Keyboard challenges the notion of accessibility, providing a playful yet functional design tailored for those with Parkinson's disease and hand mobility issues.

More than half of the average American adult's calories come from ultra-processed foods, raising the risk of developing features that precede Parkinson's disease.

"When I received my diagnosis, it was overwhelming. You expect one thing, and then you're faced with such a big challenge all at once."

“My beloved All Stars had become no good for walking. They induced the twisting in my toes, possibly because the soles were flexible and light.”