Dec 23, 2024 | General Interest
Shared from parkinson.org. A new study indicates that tiny particles of polystyrene can promote the clumping of a protein involved in Parkinson’s. Plastic waste is a growing problem, and as plastics break down the pieces can be problematic. A new study in Science...
Dec 23, 2024 | General Interest, Living with PD, Research
Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com. A MyParkinsonsTeam member recently asked, “Should I do genetic testing for PD? Several of my family members have had it … Does it run in families?” The short answer is: it’s complicated. There is still much that scientists do not...
Dec 23, 2024 | General Interest, Research
Shared from PD Avengers. EPA Takes Action On Harmful Chemical TCE The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is ramping up efforts to protect people fromthe dangers of trichloroethylene (TCE), a chemical commonly found in industrial and consumer products. TCE,...
Dec 9, 2024 | General Interest, Living with PD
Shared from parkinson.org. Unsure of what to gift your loved one with Parkinson’s disease (PD) for an upcoming holiday or birthday? Parkinson’s is a disease that progresses over time and brings with it a myriad of symptoms —and sometimes, a small gift can help make...
Nov 25, 2024 | Caregiver Articles, General Interest, Living with PD
Shared from michaeljfox.org. Research shows that about 90 percent of people living with Parkinson’s disease in the U.S. rely on Medicare — a federal health insurance program for people aged 65 or older or with certain disabilities — for their health care coverage....
Nov 25, 2024 | Caregiver Articles, General Interest, Living with PD
Shared from dailycaring.com. Avoid common Medicare Open Enrollment Scams The annual Medicare Open Enrollment period from October 15th to December 7th gives scammers the perfect opportunity to prey on unsuspecting older adults and family caregivers. The confusion...
