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England Calls Up 17-Year-Old Erica Parkinson to National Team
SportsMar 31

England Calls Up 17-Year-Old Erica Parkinson to National Team

England manager Sarina Wiegman has selected 17-year-old midfielder Erica Parkinson for the senior national team, giving the multilingual rising star her first chance to train with the Lionesses. The teenager, who plays professionally in Portugal and speaks four languages, represents a new generation of talent stepping into the spotlight.

BBC Sport3 min read
17-Year-Old Erica Parkinson Called Up to England Squad
Community HeroesMar 31

17-Year-Old Erica Parkinson Called Up to England Squad

England manager Sarina Wiegman has handed midfielder Erica Meg Parkinson her first senior national team call-up at just 17 years old. The teenager was reportedly left speechless when she learned she'd be joining the squad for crucial World Cup qualifiers against Spain and Iceland.

BBC Sport2 min read
New Brain Treatment Gives Parkinson's Patients Hope
Health & WellnessApr 12

New Brain Treatment Gives Parkinson's Patients Hope

Rebecca King Crews spent years seeking answers before her Parkinson's diagnosis at age 50, but a breakthrough FDA-approved treatment is now helping manage her symptoms without surgery. Her story shines light on early-onset Parkinson's and a promising new therapy option.

Fox News Health2 min read
Nurse Smells Parkinson's Years Before Diagnosis
Health & WellnessMay 3

Nurse Smells Parkinson's Years Before Diagnosis

Joy Milne detected a distinctive scent on her husband years before doctors diagnosed his Parkinson's disease. Her extraordinary ability has now been developed into a non-invasive test that could help millions get earlier diagnoses. ---

TED2 min read
Brain Ultrasound Treats Parkinson's With No Surgery
Health & WellnessMay 22

Brain Ultrasound Treats Parkinson's With No Surgery

A new FDA-approved treatment uses focused ultrasound beams to ease Parkinson's symptoms without cutting into the skull. Patients walk out tremor-free hours after the procedure.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Exercise Now Listed With Medication for Parkinson's Care
Health & WellnessApr 10

Exercise Now Listed With Medication for Parkinson's Care

Neurologists are elevating exercise to the same priority level as medication for treating Parkinson's disease. Movement is becoming a core prescription, not just a helpful add-on.

Google News - Health2 min read
Brain Network Discovery Could Transform Parkinson's Care
Health & WellnessFeb 4

Brain Network Discovery Could Transform Parkinson's Care

Scientists discovered that Parkinson's disease disrupts a newly found brain network linking thoughts to actions, not just movement. This breakthrough could lead to more effective treatments for millions.

Scientific American2 min read
Doctor With Parkinson's Shares New Treatment Hope
Health & WellnessJun 12

Doctor With Parkinson's Shares New Treatment Hope

A neurologist who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease while treating patients now helps others navigate the condition with innovative treatments and an inspiring message. Around 40 community members gathered to hear about breakthrough options that could change lives.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Gut Test Predicts Parkinson's Years Before Symptoms
Health & WellnessApr 21

Gut Test Predicts Parkinson's Years Before Symptoms

Scientists discovered a simple gut bacteria test can reveal Parkinson's risk years before tremors begin. The breakthrough could help millions catch the disease early enough to slow its progression.

Google News - Health2 min read
Gut Test Could Spot Parkinson's Years Before Symptoms
Health & WellnessApr 20

Gut Test Could Spot Parkinson's Years Before Symptoms

Scientists discovered a signature pattern in gut bacteria that reveals who's at risk for Parkinson's disease years before any symptoms appear. The breakthrough could lead to dietary changes and new treatments that prevent or delay the condition affecting 8.5 million people worldwide.

Google News - Health2 min read
Korean Scientists Slow Parkinson's Disease in Mice
Health & WellnessMar 23

Korean Scientists Slow Parkinson's Disease in Mice

Researchers in South Korea have found a way to slow Parkinson's disease by targeting a fatty substance that damages brain cells. The treatment improved movement and memory in mice over several months.

Google News - Disease Cure2 min read
Veteran Breaks Rowing Records After Parkinson's Diagnosis
Community HeroesApr 5

Veteran Breaks Rowing Records After Parkinson's Diagnosis

A 65-year-old British war veteran is smashing world records in indoor rowing just months after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Lester Murphy wants to prove that age and illness don't have to limit what's possible.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Parkinson's Groups Push for $600M Research Funding
Health & WellnessApr 7

Parkinson's Groups Push for $600M Research Funding

Three major Parkinson's organizations are asking Congress to boost NIH research funding to $600 million annually, representing hope for 1.2 million Americans living with the disease. The request comes as breakthrough treatments move closer to reality after decades of federal investment.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
Stem Cell Implant Could Restore Movement in Parkinson's
Health & WellnessFeb 6

Stem Cell Implant Could Restore Movement in Parkinson's

Scientists are testing whether lab-grown brain cells can help restore movement in people with Parkinson's disease by jump-starting dopamine production. The groundbreaking trial could change treatment for over one million Americans living with the condition.

Health Daily3 min read
Stem Cell Trial Could Restore Movement in Parkinson's
Health & WellnessFeb 13

Stem Cell Trial Could Restore Movement in Parkinson's

Scientists are testing a groundbreaking treatment that implants lab-engineered stem cells into the brain to rebuild dopamine production in Parkinson's patients. If successful, the therapy could restore motor function and slow disease progression for over one million Americans living with the condition.

Google News - Disease Cure3 min read
Stem Cells Could Restore Movement in Parkinson's Patients
Health & WellnessFeb 6

Stem Cells Could Restore Movement in Parkinson's Patients

A groundbreaking trial is testing whether lab-grown stem cells implanted in the brain can replace damaged cells and restore dopamine production in Parkinson's patients. If successful, the therapy could slow disease progression and give more than a million Americans their mobility back.

Medical Xpress2 min read
Syngenta Ends Production of Parkinson's-Linked Pesticide
Planet WinsMar 4

Syngenta Ends Production of Parkinson's-Linked Pesticide

After decades of controversy and thousands of lawsuits, pesticide giant Syngenta will stop making paraquat, a weed killer scientists have linked to Parkinson's disease. The move marks a major public health victory for advocates who have spent years pushing for stronger protections against harmful chemicals.

Guardian Environment3 min read
Connecticut Man First in UConn Parkinson's Trial
Health & WellnessFeb 17

Connecticut Man First in UConn Parkinson's Trial

A Connecticut man in his 50s became the first participant in a groundbreaking Parkinson's clinical trial at UConn Health after his wife spotted a recruitment flyer during a clinic visit. The study aims to improve outcomes for newly diagnosed patients through early intervention.

Google News - Health Breakthrough2 min read
Scientists Find "Overflow Valve" That Could Treat Parkinson's
Health & WellnessMar 27

Scientists Find "Overflow Valve" That Could Treat Parkinson's

Researchers discovered how a tiny cellular channel prevents toxic buildup in brain cells, opening a promising new path to treat Parkinson's disease. The breakthrough solves a mystery scientists have puzzled over for years.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
Scientists Find "Overflow Valve" Linked to Parkinson's
Health & WellnessMar 26

Scientists Find "Overflow Valve" Linked to Parkinson's

Researchers have discovered how a tiny cellular protein acts like a safety valve, preventing toxic buildup that contributes to Parkinson's disease. This breakthrough could lead to new treatments for millions living with neurodegenerative conditions.

Science Daily3 min read

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