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Adult stem cells activated in mammalian brain
Adult stem cells originate in a different part of the brain than is commonly believed, and with proper stimulation they can produce new brain cells to replace those lost to disease or injury, a study by UC ...
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Clinical Trials Update: July 23, 2008
Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of CenterWatch : Neuropathy If you have a diagnosis of orthostatic hypotension associated with: Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy, pure autonomic ...
Michael J. Fox Foundation Awards $2.7 Million for Industry Efforts to ...
NEW YORK, July 22 MJFF-2.7-mil-grant Latest awards under Therapeutics Development Initiative bring MJFF's current active industry collaborations to 23; next deadline January 20, 2009 NEW YORK , ...
Studies Showed Health benefits of Coffee
Coffee drinkers often are concern that their delicious java is too much of a good thing that it must be bad for you.
Genetic mechanisms at play in blood cells important in Parkinson's disease
What does the genetics of blood cells have to do with brain cells related to Parkinson's disease? From an unusual collaboration of neurologists and a pharmacologist comes the surprising answer: Genetic ...
Electrifying Mind Matter Part Of New UQ Research
For suffers of neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease daily trembling and shaking can be unbearable however, new UQ research could assist in helping patients regain control.
The Carteret County News-Times
In the time it takes you to boil pasta, make a pot of coffee, or write a quick e-mail, one more person has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease -- possibly someone you know.
Fox back on TV with Rescue Me role
Michael J Fox, who quit full-time acting because of Parkinson's disease, will return to US TV with a four-episode guest role on FX's Rescue Me.
Clinic research study suggests biking may help treat Parkinson's Disease
Cleveland Clilnic Research Dr. Jay Alberts talks with Newsradio WTAM 1100's Ted Klopp.
San Juan County woman drowns in pool
An 80-year-old woman who was filling her family's swimming pool drowned after being trapped underwater and underneath the pool's heavy solar cover.
Parkinson's disease identified by symptoms
Parkinson's disease is a chronic, progressive disorder that affects an area of the brain that controls movement.
Body found in retention pond ID'd
A 72-year-old man who drowned during the weekend in an Orange County retention pond was identified Monday as Denis Unroe.
'Cross fire' from the brain makes patients tremble
A typical symptom of Parkinson's disease is tremor in patients. A group of scientists, including Professor Peter Tass from Forschungszentrum Julich have succeeded in demonstrating the mechanisms which cause the ...
Compulsive gambler sues over drug
A FORMER Wall Street banker who said he lost $US3 million when his Parkinson's disease medication made him a compulsive gambler is suing the drug companies involved.
'Deep Brain Stimulation' Can Help With Parkinson's
A relatively new tool for treating Parkinson's disease is showing remarkable promise.
"Death With Dignity" initiative deserves dignified consideration
I first began to think about a "death with dignity" law for Washington when I was preparing some remarks for an event honoring me for my lifetime contributions to the state.
Humpback whales: they just might be medical pioneers
Medicine has much to learn from nature. There are literally millions of medical compounds out there that could cure diseases, help improve treatment and even protect us from some types of bacteria.
Parkinson's treatment 'Deep Brain Stimulation' also effective for psychiatric conditions
Washington, July 3 : After being approved for Parkinson's disease, a treatment called Deep Brain Stimulation is now showing some promise to benefit people suffering from some psychiatric conditions too.
Biotech Takes: The brave new world of stem cells and human cloning
One of the great promises of embryonic stem cell research is being able to use human cloning to derive stem cells that carry genetic defects associated with myriad maladies.
Woman Drowns in Newark Township Pool
Wednesday, July 2, 2008 3:15 PM WCLT News Staff Officials are saying that a woman drowned in a swimming pool Wednesday in Newark Township.