While celebrities like Michael J. Fox and Brett Favre have been open about their struggles with Parkinson's disease, it can ...

Advancements in genetics and neuroimaging are unraveling how our DNA shapes the structure and function of the brain. Recent ...

Identifying genetic drivers of the disease has long been a priority of the field: several genes are currently known to cause Parkinson's disease, and 94 genetic risk variants have been identified ...

Parkinson's disease is a solvable problem, but only if we act decisively and urgently. We have the knowledge, and we've built ...

Genetic Variations May Predispose People to Parkinson's Disease Following Long-Term Pesticide Exposure, Study Finds Apr. 25, 2024 — A new study found certain genetic variants could help explain ...

In the past, Parkinson’s disease was primarily considered a disorder of the nervous system, centered in the brain. However, ...

Learn how caffeine affects Parkinson's disease prevention and treatment. New research uncovers both protective benefits and treatment limitations.

Most cases of Parkinson’s are believed to arise from environmental factors, and exposure to harmful Desulfovibrio strains ...

DBS works miracle for young-onset patient of Parkinson's Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects body movement. It ...

Van Andel Institute has named Parkinson’s expert Darren Moore, Ph.D., as the Jay Van Andel Endowed Chair in Parkinson’s ...

Tobacco and coffee contain bioactive compounds that may reduce Parkinson's disease risk by targeting key pathways such as MAO ...