The Latest Breaking News from Parkinson Disease

Smokers have a lower risk of Parkinson’s – we may have found out why

Smoking is one of the biggest causes of ill health and early death. Yet smokers seem to have a lower risk of developing Parkinson’s disease than non-smokers – by around half according to some studies.

The Conversation · Oct 7

AbbVie's Once-Daily Parkinson's Pill Juvmo Wins FDA Approval, with Nausea, Dizziness, and Headache Common in Trials

The FDA approved Juvmo (tavapadon), AbbVie's once-daily Parkinson's pill. Here's how it works, which side effects trials found, and what to ask.

Medical Daily · Sep 28

Michael J. Fox Says Parkinson's Has 'Gotten Harder' and 'We're Getting Close' to a Cure After Acting Return

Michael J. Fox says Parkinson's has become harder to live with, while advances in research continue to strengthen his hope for a cure.

International Business Times UK · Sep 14

You’re So Vain’ singer Carly Simon reveals Parkinson’s disease diagnosis: Symptoms, treatment and whether there is a cure

Carly Simon Parkinson’s disease news: Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Carly Simon has revealed that she has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease after years away from the spotlight. Here's who Carly Simon is, what Parkinson’s disease is, its early symptoms, available treatments, and whether a cure exists.

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Syngenta will stop selling paraquat in Australia after strict new safety rules, but generic versions of the controversial herbicide will remain available

Syngenta is ceasing paraquat sales in Australia after new safety regulations were introduced. This decision impacts product choice and market stability for Australian farmers. Generic paraquat will remain available, but Syngenta's exit raises supply concerns. New rules aim to reduce exposure risks for workers and the environment. Growers must now…

The Times of India · Jul 27

Herbicide banned in 70 countries to be pulled from sale in Australia by chemical maker

Syngenta says it will stop selling paraquat in Australia after new regulations on chemical linked to Parkinson’s disease

The Guardian - AU · Jul 25

Unseen portrait of Queen Elizabeth to be auctioned off to raise money for Parkinson's research

A previously unseen portrait of Queen Elizabeth II created by Chris Levine is being auctioned off by its owner Gustavo Egusquiza to raise money for Parkinson's research.

BANG Premier · Jul 24

How Parkinson's Disease Can Affect Health in Later Life: Lessons from Jo Whiley's Father's Journey

Jo Whiley's father, Martin, died after living with Parkinson's disease, highlighting the daily realities of the condition and why family support matters.

Medical Daily · Jul 23

Wait for the End, or Go Out with a Bang? Understanding Medical Risk and Personal Choice

Sharon Osbourne revealed doctors warned Ozzy against his final concert due to Parkinson's disease, showing the result of ignoring medical advice.

Medical Daily · Jul 23

Risk of Parkinson’s disease may increase with prolonged exposure to road traffic noise

Pioneering study linking noise pollution to Parkinson’s finds 3% increase in risk for every 11.5dB rise in noise levels

The Guardian - UK · Jul 23