Understanding the psychological impacts of Parkinson’s is the aim of a new study that is looking to speak to women in Ireland with the disease, writes Michael McHale When people think of Parkinson’s disease, the motor symptoms – tremor, stiffness, slow movement – are often the first to come to mind. But what are less … Read more
A team of researchers from NYU Abu Dhabi and the University of Denver have identified a promising small molecule that could help slow or halt the progression of serious brain diseases such as Parkinson’s disease, offering new hope for treatments that go beyond managing symptoms. These diseases, which also include Lewy body dementia and multiple … Read more
Involuntary movements like a tremor can feel embarrassing or trigger anxiety, and many people choose to hide them out of fear of how others might perceive them – an experience Canadian-American actor Michael J. Fox and Coronation Street actor Rob Mallard have both publicly spoken out about and know too well. However, seeking professional help … Read more
This is the 85th instalment in a series on dementia, including the research into its causes and treatment, advice for carers, and stories of hope. As an erratic sleeper, I worry when I see a headline such as this recent one from Science News: “Poor sleep may account for a large share of dementia cases.” … Read more
(Yicai) March 20 — Chinese researchers have developed a mitochondrial capsule that can safely and efficiently deliver the tiny energy-producing organelles into cells and tissues, opening a new therapeutic avenue for diseases, including Parkinson’s disease, that are caused by mitochondrial dysfunction. The technique, developed by researchers at the Guangzhou Institutes of Biomedicine and Health under … Read more
A novel engineered microbial system transforms discarded plastic into a frontline Parkinson’s treatment, offering a glimpse into a future where waste becomes medicine. Study: Microbial upcycling of plastic waste to levodopa. Image Credit: jmcatholic / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Nature Sustainability, researchers demonstrate the successful engineering of a biological process to … Read more
Archyde The story of the late Reverend Jesse Jackson, who passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 84, highlights a critical challenge in neurological medicine: the difficulty in accurately diagnosing rare and complex conditions. Initially diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, it was later determined that Jackson actually suffered from progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), … Read more
Critical Path Institute® (C-Path) applauds the publication of a new study in the Journal of Neurology that offers critical longitudinal insights into how symptoms and functional impacts evolve for individuals with early Parkinson’s disease (PD). Led by Jamie Adams, M.D., and Jennifer Mammen, Ph.D., long-time partners of C-Path’s Critical Path for Parkinson’s consortium, the paper is titled, “Three … Read more
A team of Korean researchers has, for the first time in the world, developed a technology capable of enabling early diagnosis of major neurological disorders, including epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, and schizophrenia, using only a small amount of saliva. This study was conducted jointly by a research team led by Dr. Sung-Gyu Park of the Advanced … Read more
A new study has found that depression can be an early warning sign of Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia, appearing up to eight years before diagnosis In the years preceding diagnosis, the risk of depression increased progressively(Image: Getty) Scientists have identified one of the brain’s “early warning signs” of dementia and Parkinson’s disease. The … Read more