Parkinson's disease

Hormones May Help Shield Women from Parkinson's

Health - February 25, 2009

But protection limited to natural hormones, not HRT, researchers note more >>

Family History of Melanoma Doubles Parkinson's Risk

Health - February 16, 2009

Linkage between the two might be genetic, researchers say more >>

Scientists Heartened at Prospect of End to Stem Cell Ban

Health - February 9, 2009

Move by Obama expected to kick-start efforts to unlock therapeutic potential more >>

Deep Brain Stimulation Helps Those With Advanced Parkinson's

Health - January 6, 2009

Study found both physical function and quality of life improved more >>

Sleep Disorder Could Signal Neurological Disease

Health - December 24, 2008

Finding could help docs spot those at risk for dementia, Parkinsons, researchers say more >>

Older Drugs Better at Fighting Depression in Parkinson's Patients

Health - December 17, 2008

Study finds more success when multiple brain receptors are targeted more >>

Traumatic Brain Injuries Linked to Long-Term Health Issues for Iraq Vets

Health - December 4, 2008

Government report notes problems include dementia, aggression, depression more >>

12 Things You Should Know About Aspirin

By Sarah Baldauf - Health - October 28, 2008

It offers cardiovascular protection, but this pill is more nuanced than most of us might think. more >>

Parkinson's Patients More Prone to Vitamin D Deficiency

Health - October 13, 2008

Study found their levels were lower than Alzheimer's patients, healthy controls more >>

Sensor Detects Levels of Brain Chemicals

Health - September 12, 2008

Could help in treatment of Parkinson's, epilepsy and depression, researchers say more >>

Mediterranean Diet Cuts Death From Chronic Diseases

Health - September 12, 2008

Those who eat this way reduce risk of many illnesses by almost 10%, study says. more >>

Compound Could Reduce Heart Attack Damage

Health - September 11, 2008

Acts against destructive free radicals, researchers say more >>

Mouse Model to Aid Sinusitis Research

Health - July 23, 2008

Genetically engineered rodents will help in study of loss of smell, researcher says more >>

Music as Medicine for the Brain

By Matthew Shulman - Health - July 17, 2008

Neurologists prescribe it for conditions from Parkinson's and Alzheimer's to stroke and depression. more >>

MS Patients at Higher Risk for Restless Legs Syndrome

Health - June 27, 2008

But more study is needed to confirm the link, one expert said more >>

Sprinters Closest to Starter's Pistol Have Edge

Health - June 26, 2008

Study says startle response sped up reactions more >>

Parkinson's Drugs Again Linked to Compulsive Disorders

Health - June 25, 2008

Impulsive gambling, shopping, sex and binge eating common among patients, study shows more >>

New Hope for Parkinson's Patients

Health - June 24, 2008

Experimental drug, patch for current drug both control symptoms better, studies show more >>

Drug May Cut Tremors Associated With Parkinson's

Health - June 2, 2008

But relief not on way, since FDA has said evidence of drug's effectiveness lacking more >>

Electrode Placement Key to Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's Patients

Health - May 12, 2008

Re-implantation of devices at shorter distances improved motor scores, researchers find more >>

Michael J. Fox | actor, philanthropist

By Bret Schulte - Nation & World - November 12, 2007

From disease, determination. more >>

Good Eggs: Ovaries Aid the Brain

By Katherine Hobson - Health - August 30, 2007

Estrogen can offer neurological benefits, according to research on women who've had ovaries removed. more >>