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Living near a golf course is linked to Parkinson’s risk in new study as some cite limitations

June 30, 2025

Living near a golf course is linked to Parkinson’s risk in new study as some cite limitations

A study links living near golf courses to higher Parkinson's risk, with strongest association found in those one to three miles from courses and vulnerable groundwater. Others cite limitations.

Pirates great and World Series champion Dave Parker dies, team announces

June 28, 2025

Pirates great and World Series champion Dave Parker dies, team announces

Dave Parker will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown later this summer. He was a two-time World Series champion and was named NL MVP in 1978.

Ear wax could offer clues of early Parkinson's disease, study suggests

June 26, 2025

Ear wax could offer clues of early Parkinson's disease, study suggests

Scientists find volatile compounds in ear wax may help detect Parkinson's disease earlier than traditional methods, offering a potential inexpensive screening tool.

Music conductor with Parkinson’s sees symptoms improve with deep brain stimulation

May 10, 2025

Music conductor with Parkinson’s sees symptoms improve with deep brain stimulation

An Ohio music conductor battling Parkinson's has found relief with adaptive deep brain stimulation, nearly eliminating tremors that threatened his career.

Parkinson's patients who take 'magic mushrooms' see key benefits, study finds

May 7, 2025

Parkinson's patients who take 'magic mushrooms' see key benefits, study finds

A new study finds that psilocybin — a psychedelic compound in certain mushrooms — can improve mood, cognitive function, and motor symptoms in people with Parkinson’s disease.

Stem-cell therapy for Parkinson's shows 'strong promise' in relieving symptoms

April 22, 2025

Stem-cell therapy for Parkinson's shows 'strong promise' in relieving symptoms

In a small study, researchers transplanted stem cells into the brains of 12 Parkinson’s patients, stopping progression and bringing about improvement in motor function.

New drug for Parkinson’s shown to be effective in clinical trials: 'Very encouraged'

April 18, 2025

New drug for Parkinson’s shown to be effective in clinical trials: 'Very encouraged'

A new pill, tavapadon, has shown potential in easing Parkinson’s symptoms while limiting side effects. In patients taking at least 400 mg of levodopa daily, tavapadon helped reduce motor fluctuations.

Parkinson’s cases could double globally by 2050, study reveals

March 21, 2025

Parkinson’s cases could double globally by 2050, study reveals

By 2050, Parkinson’s disease cases could double, reaching over 25 million worldwide. A new study reveals that aging and population growth could be key drivers of the increase.

Doctor shares ways to prevent getting Parkinson's disease

March 19, 2025

Doctor shares ways to prevent getting Parkinson's disease

Rheumatologist Dr. Mahsa Tehrani shares strategies for preventing what a new study projects will be a prevalence of Parkinson's disease on 'America Reports.'

Ozzy Osbourne says, ‘I can’t walk … but I’m still alive,’ ahead of final Black Sabbath performance

February 6, 2025

Ozzy Osbourne says, ‘I can’t walk … but I’m still alive,’ ahead of final Black Sabbath performance

Ozzy Osbourne spoke about his health on his radio show, saying he "can't walk" but is grateful to still be alive ahead of his Black Sabbath reunion show.