Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's disease is a brain degenerative disease that impacts motor control, the ability to speak, and other physical functions. The disease has gained in public awareness because of popular actor Michael J. Fox, who was diagnosed with early symptoms of Parkinson's disease in 1991. Learn more about the condition, Parkinson's treatment options, and recent research and advances (for example new medications and deep brain stimulation) in the following articles.
Michael J. Fox releases his latest book, Always Looking Up, about his life with Parkinson's disease and the ongoing support for stem cell research to find a treatment for this degenerative disease.
Michael J. Fox Releases Follow-up Book on Life with Parkinson's Disease
A diagnosis of Parkinson's doesn't have to mean your sex life will be diminished. Here's your guide to maintaining - and enhancing - intimacy with your partner.
Paul Shroder was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at 35. Thirteen years later, he underwent Deep Brain Stimulation to control his side effects and gain greater independence. Learn more about the procedure, benefits, and post-surgery side effects.
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Offers Hope for Parkinson's Disease
Bone density of Parkinson's patients is significantly lower than that of the general population, resulting in more frequent hip fractures during falls. However, Parkinson's medications and physical/occupational therapies can help prevent falls.
Check out our Parkinson's Disease Core Knowledge Section
Articles
1 2 
Michael J. Fox: The Very Public Face of Parkinson's
A detailed portrait of Michael J. Fox's struggles and triumphs after his diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. Learn more about the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's, which raises awareness about...
Parkinson's Disease Cause Linked to Gene
A recently discovered gene may be critical to developing new treatments for Parkinson's disease. Recent studies found that the gene, GIGYF2, may be directly linked to the occurrence of Parkinson's in...
Statin Drugs May Reduce Risk of Developing Parkinson's Disease
A recent study showed a significant protective association between taking statin medications and the prevention of developing Parkinson's disease, and found that the longer individuals used the statin...
Parkinson's Disease: What You Should Know
The National Parkinson Foundation estimates there are about 1.5 million U.S. citizens with Parkinson's, a disorder of the central nervous system. Discover what you should know about Parkinson's...
Michael J. Fox Writes Parkinson's Memoir: "Lucky Man"
For years actor Michael J. Fox hid his disability, afraid of what was happening to his body and what the social and professional consequences would be if people knew he had Parkinson's. Now he...
Link Between Parkinson's and Pesticide Exposure Strengthened
Researchers have detected an overall correlation between pesticide exposure and Parkinson's. The strongest association present was between Parkinson's disease and the use of herbicides and...
1 2
