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Potential diagnostic test proposed
An immunoassay for a phosphorylated alpha-synuclein in blood plasma has been developed as a potential (repeat potential!) diagnostic for Parkinson's. This is an important but preliminary report, and is not surprising given our rapidly expanding knowledge of the life cycle of this protein. Multiplexed assays of other variants, forms, and regulators could be powerful here. [4 Dec 2011]
Walking the Talk- Fox Foundation shoes in $9.4 million
The Fox Foundation raised $4.7 million generated by the 10-day eBay auction of 1,500 pairs of limited edition 2011 NIKE MAG shoes. Through the Brin Wojcicki Challenge matching grant, effective through 2012, the proceeds of the auctions will be doubled — bringing the total funds generated to $9.4 million. The funds will go straight to the Foundation’s aggressive research programs to help speed a cure for Parkinson’s disease. [12 Nov 2011]
Caring for a Person with Late Stage Parkinson's webcast
What can you expect as Parkinson’s progresses to its advanced stages? How can you and your loved one living with Parkinson’s prepare for the challenges it presents? Find out by joining this one-hour online ExpertBriefing seminar. Joan Gardner, R.N., B.S.N., and Rose Wichmann, P.T., of the Struthers Parkinson's Center in Minneapolis, MN will discuss strategies for promoting the safety, dignity and quality of life for those with advanced Parkinson's.
"Caring for a Person with Late Stage Parkinson's" on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011, at 1:00 EST (or 10:00 AM PST) through the Parkinson's Disease Foundation. You may sign up at http://www.pdf.org/parkinson_briefing_caring_late_stage/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=general. [12 Nov 2011]
Parkinson's News Stream
Couple Fights Disease Together WOWT It's a disease that impacts 1.5 million Americans, men and women, genetic history or not. And Parkinson's diagnosis among younger people is growing, just one of the many mysteries research has yet to figure out. It's why Ted and Colleen Wuebben of ... 24 hour UNMC skate-a-thon to raise awareness of Parkinson's disease |
 DigitalJournal.com | Parkinson's disease: When proteins go rogue! DigitalJournal.com This knowledge could lead to new treatments for Parkinson's disease. What does one do when a good protein goes bad? That's the question raised by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco's Gladstone Institute. Gladstone Scientists Identify Protein that Contributes to Symptoms of ... |
Guest: Stepping up to the challenges of Parkinson's Sarasota Herald-Tribune The beloved boxer known as The Greatest fought other men in the boxing ring for 24 years; he has now fought Parkinson's disease for 25 years. While he was boxing, Ali entertained millions with his tenacity and sense of humor. Since being diagnosed with ... |
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