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Study reveals how mutated protein invades the brain in Parkinson’s

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Paul McClure

Researchers have discovered how Parkinson's disease-causing proteins spread in the brain

A new study has revealed how the mutated proteins that are a hallmark of Parkinson’s disease spread and aggregate in the brain. The finding opens the door to developing a way of halting the disease’s progression and may be useful in tackling other neurodegenerative diseases caused by protein aggregation.

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Tags: Parkinson’s Disease, Protein, Neurological

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Scientists uncover new pathway of Alzheimer’s disease progression

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Bronwyn Thompson

Scientists have found that within the brain's white matter, which is made up of myelinated axons, a specific kind of cell death can accelerate cognitive decline

Scientists have discovered how a unique kind of cell death, due to iron toxicity, creates a snowball effect that advances cognitive decline. With this finding, a whole new approach to treatment could be developed.

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Tags: Oregon Health and Science University, Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, Brain, Cells, Nerves, Neurological, Neuroscience

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Four gut disorders associated with increased Parkinson’s risk

Posted on August 28, 2023 by Paul McClure

A study has found that four gut disorders are associated with an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease

A new study has found that particular gastrointestinal disorders are associated with an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. The research provides further evidence to support the hypothesis that the neurodegenerative disorder begins in the gut.

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Tags: Parkinson’s Disease, Mayo Clinic, Neurological, Dementia

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Amping up natural mechanism self-repairs nerves to alleviate MS symptoms

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Bronwyn Thompson

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating inflammatory autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS). While sufferers can experience long periods of remission where common symptoms such as motor control and fatigue can subside as MS … Continue reading Amping up natural mechanism self-repairs nerves to alleviate MS symptoms→

Intermittent fasting alleviates debilitating Alzheimer’s symptoms

Posted on August 22, 2023 by Bronwyn Thompson

This confocal microscopy image shows amyloid plaques (blue and red) in the brain of a mouse – the accumulation of amyloid plaques is so far the most well-documented biochemical hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease

Six million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, with numbers expected to jump to around 13 million by 2050. This doesn’t take into account the many more millions of loved ones whose lives are also upended by the progressive neurodegenerative disease.

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Tags: university-of-california-san-diego, Alzheimer’s Disease, Circadian Rhythms, Insomnia, Neurological, Dementia, Protein, Brain, Diet

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Parkinson’s discovery opens door to new targeted therapies

Posted on July 20, 2023 by Bronwyn Thompson

Scientists have uncovered a cellular mechanism that could help treat familial Parkinson's disease

Around a million Americans are living with Parkinson’s disease, the neurological condition that greatly, and most often progressively, affects the dopamine-producing powerhouse area of the brain, the substantia nigra. While there is no cure, medication is generally aimed at substituting or boosting dopamine, which can help lessen the movement-impairment that comes with the debilitating disease.

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Tags: Northwestern University, Parkinson’s Disease, Genetics, Parkinson, Neurological, Cellular, Brain

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Molecule patches leaks in blood-brain barrier to prevent MS or Alzheimer’s

Posted on June 21, 2023 by Michael Irving

A new study has identified promising molecules that could help patch up leaks in the blood-brain barrier

Being the control center of the body, your brain needs strong security against circulating pathogens or toxins. The blood-brain barrier (BBB) performs this vital function, but it can become “leaky.” Now, scientists at Stanford have identified therapeutic molecules that could help patch it up, to potentially prevent neurological diseases.

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Tags: Brain, Blood-brain barrier, Blood, blood vessel, Neurological, Neuroscience, Stanford University, Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer’s Disease, Brain cancer

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Origins of schizophrenia may be linked to mom’s vitamin D

Posted on May 25, 2023 by Paul McClure

Researchers have used molecular imaging technology to confirm maternal vitamin D levels’ crucial role in developing the brain cells that produce dopamine, the body’s ‘feel-good’ chemical. The finding provides a greater understanding of the mechanisms u… Continue reading Origins of schizophrenia may be linked to mom’s vitamin D→

Wrist-zapping wearable found to reduce severity of Tourette’s tics

Posted on March 13, 2023 by Ben Coxworth

There may be new hope for people afflicted with Tourette’s syndrome, in the form of a wrist-worn device. In a test of the technology, the majority of participants experienced a reduction in tic severity of at least 25%.Continue ReadingCategory: Health … Continue reading Wrist-zapping wearable found to reduce severity of Tourette’s tics→