Articles for tag: parkinson's, parkinson's disease, Parkinson39s Disease

Facts and Figures About Parkinson’s Disease

If you have been recently given the diagnoses of Parkinson’s disease, you are probably wondering what the statistics are about those with your condition. Parkinson’s disease statistics show that Parkinson’s disease is often left untreated and undiagnosed. There are currently around a million people in the United States with Parkinson’s disease. That is 1 in ...

Parkinson’s Disease: The Emotional and Psychological Impact

Much has been written about the physical complications associated with Parkinson’s disease but not so much focus has been paid to the psychological and emotional complications. For many patients, the onset of emotional and psychological conflicts can be just as problematic as the Parkinson’s condition itself. When diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, it is important to ...

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Women’s History Displayed in Abilene, Texas

In Abilene, Texas there are great opportunities approaching to celebrate Women’s History Month. There are two specific activities that you do not want to miss. McMurry University featured women’s art exhibit and also, a free presentation from the 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum. Both promise to be family friendly, educational, and fun! McMurry University is ...

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FDA Approves Neupro Patch for Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a debilitating illness that results from the loss of dopamine- producing brain cells. The disease affects more than 1.5 million people Americans, with around 60,000 new cases diagnosed each year. What is a timely celebration of the National Parkinson Foundation’s 50th anniversary where “Hope is Golden,” the U.S. Food and Drug ...

Azilect, a Synopsis of Parkinson’s Disease Treatment Option

New cases of Parkinson’s Disease are diagnosed in 50,000 Americans each year. As a chronic, progressive and debilitating disease, scientists have devoted countless hours to the research needed to slow the progression of this disease. With Parkinson’s affecting both men and women equally, treatment of symptoms and a potential cure is continously researched. Parkinson’s Disease’s ...

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Azilect for Parkinson’s Disease

We are all aware of Parkinson’s disease, but not everyone is aware of how Azilect for Parkinson’s disease can help. Using Azilect for Parkinson’s disease is now being widely accepted for its uses to treat this disease. With the rising acceptance of Azilect for Parkinson’s disease, a new therapy plan has been launched that would ...