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Brain implant detects walking in Parkinson’s patients in real time: Study
Speech and Swallowing Characteristics of Parkinson’s Disease and Therapies That Can Help
Addressing a misconception that levodopa loses effectiveness over time
Is Alcohol a Risk Factor for Parkinson’s Disease?
New national strategy urges patient-centered Parkinson’s care in US
The Similarities and Differences Between Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
A vocabulary lesson Parkinson’s families will intimately understand
My experiences with the stages of grief since my Parkinson’s diagnosis
Is Parkinson’s Hereditary?
Medically reviewed by Susan W. Lee, DO — Written by Lana Bandoim — Updated on February 18, 2026 Key Takeaways Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that primarily affects older adults, causing symptoms such as tremors and movement difficulties. While some...