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Caregivers and Parkinson's disease: caregivers between bonuses and caregiving

Parkinson's is a life-changing disease. Not only for those who are affected, but also for those who remain close to them. Often family caregivers are alone and poorly protected, even as the first bonuses begin to arrive in support. When the disease involves the whole family. In Italy, it is estimated that over [...]

Juvenile Parkinson's disease: early symptoms and new personalized therapies

Diagnosis before age 50, tailored approaches and technological innovation. italy leads research on juvenile Parkinson's disease When the body speaks in a whisper: listening is the first step to taking care of yourself Parkinson's disease affects millions of people worldwide and, contrary to popular belief, it does not only affect the [...]

Loss of sense of smell: one of the early symptoms of Parkinson's that should not be ignored.

Hyposmia represents a sign that should not be underestimated for early diagnosis. Spring and its smells as an early test for Parkinson's. With the arrival of spring, nature awakens and brings with it a symphony of scents: wisteria shrouding arbors, roses blooming in gardens, freshly cut grass in [...]

Do air pollution and noise increase the risk of Parkinson's disease?

The place where we live, with its level of pollution and noise, can influence the development of Parkinson's disease. How the air we breathe affects Parkinson's Life in urban areas, often hectic and chaotic, brings with it two unwelcome companions: air pollution and traffic noise. In recent years, the community [...]

Home exercises to improve movement in Parkinson's disease.

A recent study published in the British Medical Journal has shown, through the use of a new predictive study model, that Parkinson's cases worldwide will more than double by 2050. The study also investigates risk factors that may contribute, especially in poorer countries with largely elderly populations, to the increase [...]

Does coffee prevent Parkinson's disease?

Caffeine as an ally against disease. When you wake up in the morning, it is often the first thing you think of: a cup of coffee. This daily ritual, a must for many, not only provides energy and concentration, but can also positively affect mood. Several studies suggest that caffeine stimulates dopamine production [...]

Parkinson's disease: reducing falls with the latest technology

Dealing with a degenerative disease such as Parkinson's means looking with increasing interest at the latest technologies and scientific research. Each new discovery, from fall prevention systems to advanced therapeutic devices, represents a step forward in improving the quality of life for patients and caregivers. Among the most promising solutions of the [...]

Improving speech and gait in Parkinson's disease.

Among the symptoms that most limit independence and quality of life in people with Parkinson's Disease are motor disturbances and speech difficulties. If the former reduce freedom of movement, the latter make it difficult to express oneself and communicate with other people. These two types of [...]

Anxiety and sadness: Parkinson's symptoms often ignored.

We find out why we neglect mood disorders and how to manage them on a daily basis. Parkinson's disease requires dealing with problems related mainly to movement. Not surprisingly, among the most common and even most well-known symptoms are tremor, stiffness or slowness in walking. Yet there are several so-called non-motor symptoms that often [...]