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Substantial Matters: Life & Science of Parkinson’s

Jul 27, 2021

Two important issues regarding Parkinson’s medications are when to initiate them in the early phases of the disease and how to ensure that people use their medications on time, every time. Myths and misconceptions have surrounded the controversial question of when to start taking medication. Fortunately, research has...


Jul 20, 2021

Cuando existe una barrera del lenguaje entre una persona con Parkinson o, realmente, con cualquier tipo de enfermedad, y su equipo médico, la calidad de atención médica que recibe esa persona puede sufrir.

 

En este episodio, conversamos con la doctora María Luisa Moro, neuróloga del Centro de Trastornos del...


Jul 13, 2021

Most people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) first seek medical care when they recognize or are troubled by symptoms – often stiffness, slowness of movement, or tremor. They may go on drug therapy at the time of diagnosis or, typically, within six to twelve months to relieve those symptoms.

 

In order for researchers...