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Parkinsons Disease:     more books (100)

Shaking Up Parkinson Disease: Fighting Like a Tiger, Thinking Like a Fox by Abraham Lieberman, 2001-11 The First Year---Parkinson's Disease: An Essential Guide for the Newly Diagnosed by Jackie Hunt Christensen, 2005-06-10 Neurorehabilitation in Parkinson's Disease: An Evidence-Based Treatment Model by Marilyn Trail MOTOTRBCN, Elizabeth Protas PTPhDFACSM, et all 2008-02-15 Take Charge of Parkinson's Disease: Dynamic Lifestyle Changes to Put YOU in the Driver's Seat (A DiaMedica Guide to Optimum Wellness) by AnneCutter Mikkelsen, 2010-11-01 A Life Shaken: My Encounter with Parkinson's Disease by Joel Havemann, 2004-02-12 Parkinsons Disease and Other Movement Disorders (Oxford Specialist Handbooks in Neurology) with DVD by Mark Edwards, Niall Quinn, et all 2008-05-15 Parkinson's Disease: Studies in Psychological and Social Care by Ray Percival, Peter Hobson, 1999-05-11 Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines for the Practicing Physician (Current Clinical Practice) Psychiatric and Cognitive Disorders in Parkinson's Disease by Sergio E. Starkstein, Marcelo Merello, 2007-12-03 WHO IS PEE DEE? Explaining Parkinson's Disease To A Child by Kay Mixson Jenkins, 2008-08-18 I'll Hold Your Hand So You Won't Fall: A Child's Guide to Parkinson's Disease by Rasheda Ali, 2010-01-01 Parkinson's: A Personal Story of Acceptance by Sandi Gordon, 1992-01 100 Questions & Answers About Parkinson Disease Updated Version by Abraham Lieberman, 2003-05-05 The Book of Exercise and Yoga for Those with Parkinson's Disease: Using Movement and Meditation to Manage Symptoms by Lori A. Newell, 2010-07-17

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41. CNN.com - Health - Scientists Say Rat Study Provides Intriguing Clues To Underst
    http://www.cnn.com/2000/HEALTH/11/05/parkinsons.pesticide/index.html

42. CNN.com - New Treatment Guidelines For Parkinson's Disease - June 11, 2001
    http://cnn.com/2001/HEALTH/conditions/06/11/parkinsons.guidelines/index.html
    
    Extractions: CNN (CNN) New recommendations for the treatment of early-stage Parkinson's disease modify a 35-year-old standard and offer improved quality of life for sufferers, researchers say. For almost four decades, doctors have prescribed levodopa first to help alleviate the muscle stiffness and slowed reaction times caused by Parkinson's. But that drug caused patients to experience uncontrollable, jerky movements, a condition known as dyskinesia. After reviewing data from several studies, doctors now recommend the use of dopamine agonists, not levodopa, as the first-line treatment. They treat the stiffness caused by the disease while reducing the risk of developing dyskinesia. "Parkinson's is really two diseases," said William C. Koller, a professor of neurology and one of the authors of the article, which appears in the journal Neurology. "There's the slowness and stiffness that's Parkinson's and there's the dyskinesia that is a complication of long-term levodopa treatment." Dyskinesia also is a side effect of taking dopamine agonists, Koller said, but it is often delayed and is not as severe as it is with levodopa. Other side effects include nausea, dizziness, headache and sleeplessness.

43. CNN.com - Health - Gene Therapy May Offer Hope In Parkinson's Treatment - Octobe
    http://www.cnn.com/2000/HEALTH/10/26/parkinsons.disease.ap/index.html
    
    Extractions: WEB SERVICES: WASHINGTON (AP) A gene therapy experiment relieved severe symptoms of Parkinson's disease in monkeys and experts say the technique offers promise for treating the 1.2 million Americans who suffer from the disease, experts say. A virus that had been joined with a gene that prompts production of dopamine, a chemical neurotransmitter, was injected into the brains of monkeys who had chemically induced Parkinson's disease.

44. Senior And Older Adult Health Issues: Alzheimer's Disease
    PD is a degenerative central nervous system (CNS) disorder. A discussion about the disorder, the symptoms and treatments of this disease.  
    http://angelfire.com/oh2/fountainofyouth/parkinsons.html
    
    Extractions: You are in Health Issues Library . Topics include: Pharmacy I Blood Testing Information I Blood Tests I Natural Supplements I Vitamins I Minerals I Eye Products I Fiber Products I Hormones Parkinson's disease is actually a group of related CNS disorders caused by the destruction of the substantia nigra (pigmented brain cells), which produce dopamine (a neurotransmitter). The deficiency of dopamine results in the loss of muscle tone and voluntary muscle control seen in PD. Recent studies indicate that dopamine deficiencies in other areas of the brain and abnormalities of other neurotransmitters, such as norepinephrine and serotonin, may also contribute to the disease. Signs and Symptoms Although onset of PD can be rapid, it is generally insidious, with symptoms gradually progressing over a number of years until they interfere with daily activities. The four major symptoms of Parkinson's disease are

45. LogicSong Media - Internet Content & Web Development - Cape Cod, Mass.
    Sponsored by the National Parkinson Foundation. Primarily for care givers to people with this disease. Includes a discussion forum. A detailed look at the early and advanced stages of this disease.  
    http://www.parkinsons-care.com/

46. Parkinson's Disease: Is Victory In Sight?
    Comprehensive review of the latest research into parkinson's disease with emphasis on prevention and complementary and alternative treatments.  
    http://www.yourhealthbase.com/parkinsons.html
    
    Extractions: Comprehensive review of the latest research into Parkinson's disease with emphasis on prevention and complementary and alternative treatments If research into Parkinson's disease continues at its present pace this dreaded disease may well be fully understood and largely preventable early in the 21st Century. Parkinson's disease ( paralysis agitans , shaking palsy) was first described in 1817. L-dopa, the mainstay of current drug therapy was introduced in 1970 and since then hundreds of research papers have been published on the disease. It is now increasingly clear not only what causes Parkinson's, but also how it can be prevented and its relentless progress slowed down. Incidence and Symptoms Idiopathic (of no known cause) Parkinson's disease affects about one percent of the population over the age of 60 years in the United States. It is more common among men than among women and also seems to be more widespread in northern countries. The incidence of the disease increases with age although aging itself is not believed to be a causative factor. Parkinson's disease is rarely inherited and less than one per cent of all cases are thought to have a genetic component. At this time there is no medical cure for the condition, but drugs that alleviate the symptoms and slow the progress of the disease are available(1-5). The main symptom of Parkinson's disease is a pronounced tremor affecting the extremities notably the hands, chin or lips. The tremor is most evident at rest and disappears with movement. Other characteristic symptoms of Parkinson's disease are stiffness or slowness of movement, a shuffling walk, stooped posture, and difficulties in performing simple tasks. Memory impairment and cognitive dysfunction are rarely encountered in early stage Parkinson's disease. Depression is, however, a common feature and about 30 per cent of Parkinson's disease victims eventually develop Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia(1-3,6-8).

47. HealingWell.com - Parkinson S Disease Resource Center
    information, community message boards and chat rooms, free email, free homepages,books, newsletter, links directory and more on Parkinson s disease or PD.  
    http://www.healingwell.com/parkinsons/
    
    Extractions: Looking for an organization, support group, chat room, information site, book, or research on your illness? Browse our directory for links to the web's best resources. Resource Centers Select - Home AIDS Allergies Alzheimer's Disease Anxiety/Panic Disorders Arthritis Breast Cancer Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Crohn's Disease Cystic Fibrosis Depression Diabetes Epilepsy Fibromyalgia GERD (Acid Reflux) Headaches Heartburn Hepatitis Irritable Bowel Syndrome Lupus Lyme Disease Migraines Multiple Sclerosis Parkinson's Disease Prostate Cancer More Conditions/Diseases Community Forums Select - Forum Home AIDS Allergies Alzheimer's Disease Anxiety/Panic Disorders Arthritis Breast Cancer Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Crohn's Disease Cystic Fibrosis Depression Diabetes Epilepsy Fibromyalgia GERD (Acid Reflux) Headaches Heartburn Hepatitis Irritable Bowel Syndrome Lupus Lyme Disease Migraines

48. Parkinsons Power Across America
    A unique national fundraising event sponsored by the Parkinson's disease Foundation.  
    http://www.parkinsonspower.org

49. MLPF | Mother Lode Parkinson Foundation, Sonora California
    Charitable organization dedicated to helping fund the care of those sticken with PD. In addition, reach out to educate those in the Sierra foothills about Parkinson's disease.  
    http://www.mlode.com/~mlpf
    
    Extractions: On December 10, 1998, five couples from the Tuolumne General Hospital Parkinson Support Group (lead by Pat Noonan, coordinator of Tuolumne County Hospital Adult Care Center) got together to discuss the possibility of starting a non-profit foundation. The purpose was to help Parkinson patients with financial help for a surgical treatment and /or medications before they become so debilitated that their life style becomes non- existent. We started slowly because we needed to have counsel from an attorney and a CPA who would give us their time pro-bono. It took several months to find them but we did. We have named our organization, Mother Lode Parkinson Foundation We are grateful to Mick Grimes and Donna Wilson of the Sonora Area Foundation , who have given us excellent guidance. As of this date, we have all the legal documents granting us tax-exempt corporate status. People at all levels are infected with this disease: MICHAEL J. FOX, JANET RENO, POPE JOHN PAUL and BILLY GRAHAM

50. Parkinson Society Ottawa
    Dedicated to improving quality of life for those who suffer from this disease. The goal is to help people with Parkinson's, their families, friends and care givers in this region of Canada.  
    http://www.parkinsons.ca
    
    Extractions: Welcome to Parkinson Society Ottawa If you or someone you know is suffering from Parkinson's disease, you have come to the right place because we are dedicated to improving your quality of life. Our goal is to help people with Parkinson's, their families, friends and caregivers in the Ottawa region by: Working with family physicians and neurologists to offer advice, information and services; Providing specialized physiotherapy and Tai Chi classes designed to maintain flexibility and strength; Offering one-on-one counselling and support groups; Recommending helpful books and videos from our extensive library; Promoting and assisting research into the cause, effects, treatment and cure of Parkinson's; Organizing fundraising events, social gatherings and awareness activities; and

51. SPRING-Special Parkinson's Research Interest Group
    SPRING is the official Special Interest Group for Medical Research, constituted within the Parkinson's disease Society of UK. Our site includes news and background on research.  
    http://spring.parkinsons.org.uk
    
    Extractions: Supporting research towards a cure for Parkinson's SPRING S pecial P arkinson's R esearch In terest G roup) is the official Special Interest Group for Medical Research, constituted within The Parkinson's Disease Society of the United Kingdom How to use our web site This site is © SPRING For more information and suggestions email

52. Parkinson's Disease - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia
    Parkinson s disease. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. MPTP is used asthe model for parkinsons as it can induce the disease in 20 year olds.  
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parkinson's_disease
    
    Extractions: Server will be down for maintenance on 2004-06-11 from about 18:00 to 18:30 UTC. Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disease of the substantia nigra (an area in the basal ganglia ). The disease was first discovered and its symptoms documented in Essay on the Shaking Palsy ) by the British physician Dr. James Parkinson ; the associated biochemical changes in the brain of patients were identified in the The disease is a progressive movement disorder of the extrapyramidal system , which controls and adjusts communication between neurons in the brain and muscles in the human body Table of contents 1 Causes edit The cause of Parkinson's disease is not known. Geneticists have since found nine different specific genetic defects, each of which causes the disease in one or a few families with extraordinarily high incidences of the disease, but such families are rare. While a strong inheritance pattern occurs in only a very small percentage of cases, an affected individual is three to four times more likely than an unaffected individual to have a close relative with Parkinson's. Having a parent with Parkinson's raises one's lifetime risk of developing the disorder threefold, from the general population's figure of 2% to about 6%. Three of the genes that have been identified are alpha-synuclein Ubiquitin Carboxy terminal Hydrolosae L1 UCH-L1 ) and Parkin A popular theory holds that the disease might result in most cases from the combination of a subtle genetically determined vulnerability to environmental toxins along with mild exposure to those toxins. The toxins most strongly suspected at present are certain pesticides and industrial metals.

53. Health Matters - Library A-Z - Parkinson's Disease
    Parkinson s disease is a degenerative neurological condition. Parkinson sdisease. Parkinson s disease is a degenerative neurological condition.  
    http://www.abc.net.au/health/library/parkinsons.htm

54. Senior And Older Adult Health Issues: Alzheimer's Disease
    Parkinson s disease (PD) is a degenerative central nervous system (CNS) disordercharacterized by uncontrolled body movements, rigidity, tremor  
    http://www.angelfire.com/oh2/fountainofyouth/parkinsons.html
    
    Extractions: You are in Health Issues Library . Topics include: Pharmacy I Blood Testing Information I Blood Tests I Natural Supplements I Vitamins I Minerals I Eye Products I Fiber Products I Hormones Parkinson's disease is actually a group of related CNS disorders caused by the destruction of the substantia nigra (pigmented brain cells), which produce dopamine (a neurotransmitter). The deficiency of dopamine results in the loss of muscle tone and voluntary muscle control seen in PD. Recent studies indicate that dopamine deficiencies in other areas of the brain and abnormalities of other neurotransmitters, such as norepinephrine and serotonin, may also contribute to the disease. Signs and Symptoms Although onset of PD can be rapid, it is generally insidious, with symptoms gradually progressing over a number of years until they interfere with daily activities. The four major symptoms of Parkinson's disease are

55. The Parkinson's Institute Movement Disorders
    In 1817, James Parkinson, a British physician, reported on severalpatients with a condition now recognized as Parkinson s disease.  
    http://www.parkinsonsinstitute.org/movement_disorders/parkinsons.html
    
    Extractions: Prior to the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, a person may begin to feel a drop in energy or a loss of coordination. Several symptoms such as impaired handwriting, reduced arm swing, a "limp" or tremor may begin to emerge on one side of the body. Other early symptoms may include internal shakiness, difficulty getting out of a chair, a soft voice and/or depression. These symptoms evolve gradually and may even be imperceptible to the patient or family members until a physically or emotionally stressful event occurs, triggering an exacerbation of these symptoms. Disease Progression Progression of Parkinson's disease is highly variable, although progression may be relatively slower in patients whose initial symptoms include tremor. Although the disease is invariably progressive, the good news is that there are now a wide variety of very effective medications for the disease and surgical therapy, including "deep brain stimulation," has been shown to provide benefit in selected patients who have lost effi medications alone. When the disease is fully expressed, the major clinical features include bradykinesia (slow movement), tremor (typically at rest and extinguished with movement), rigidity (a clinical finding of resistance to movement, often associated with a jerky sensation called cogwheeling) and impaired postual reflexes (poor balance).

56. Parkinson's Disease
    Parkinson s disease. Referrals Dr. Tanya Simuni (TSimuni@nmff.org) at Northwesternin Chicago, IL is a specialist in conditions related to Parkinson s disease.  
    http://www.neuro.nwu.edu/meded/MOVEMENT/parkinsons.html
    
    Extractions: There is good evidence for genetic factors. A twin study using PET reported greatly increased concordance for dopaminergic dysfunction in monozygotic than dizygotic twins (Piccini et al, 1999). Also, several large pedigrees of autosomal dominantly inherited PD have been reported recently (Polmeropoulos et al. Science 1996:274:1197-1199). A mutation in alpha-synuclein is responsible for this pedigree. Alpha-synuclein includes the non-A-beta component of Alzheimers plaques , is preferentially expressed in dopamine neurons, and is abundant in Lewy bodies (a pathologic marker of Parkinsonism and Lewy body dementia ). Another kindred has mutations in the "parkin" gene, which manifests as autosomal recessive juvenile Parkinsons (Mizuno Y, 1998). Slow acetylation may also be a predisposing factor in sporadic PD (Bandmann O et al. Lancet 1997:350:1136-1139). Slow acetylation might lead to an impaired ability to handle neurotoxic substances, linking together the genetic and toxic hypotheses. Parkinson's is uncommon in patients less than 40 years of age. It is found in about 1% of those greater than 50 and 3% of those aged 95 or greater. Every year about 50,000 new cases are diagnosed in the United States. In autopsy studies, Parkinson's is found even more frequently about 10% of 70 year olds show evidence of subclinical disease. Prevalence varies greatly throughout the world, ranging from 14/100,000 in China to 328/100,000 in Bombay, India. Asians and African blacks have a lower incidence compared to American blacks and, especially, whites (Lang et al, 1998).

57. Parkinson's Disease And Movement Disorders Center, Feinberg School, Northwestern
    Parkinson s disease and Movement Disorders Center.  
    http://www.parkinsons.northwestern.edu/
    
    Extractions: Movement Disorders A multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients with movement disorders, and their families. The Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center is recognized by the National Parkinson Foundation as one of its worldwide Centers of Excellence Movement Disorders Home About Movement Disorders Patient Care ...

58. Parkinson S Disease An Overview
    This particular chapter, written by Patrick J. Sweeney, MD, deals with Parkinson sDisease from its discovery to today s popular treatment methods.  
    http://www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/diseasemanagement/neurology/parkinsons/parki

59. Parkinson's Disease Resource Center
    Questions and Answers Chat Transcripts Parkinson s disease Q A with Dr. PeterWerner, MD (March 4, 2003) Parkinson s disease Q A with Dr. Lucien Côté  
    http://www.ec-online.net/Knowledge/SolutionSets/parkinsons.htm
    
    Extractions: Medical research in progressing rapidly in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of people with Parkinson's Disease. Every effort is made to ensure that our articles and information are up to date. It is critical to use the material provided here for educaitonal purposes only. Consult your trusted healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment. -Knowledge- "Parkinson's Disease Q&A" Live "Ask the Expert" chat session with Dr. Peter Werner from the Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York. Transcript Available... Articles on Parkinson's Disease

60. Parkinsons Action Network Main-Parkinson's Disease
    The Parkinson’s disease Foundation Launches. Parkinson s Action Network Board ChairUrges NIH To Provide Full Funding For Parkinson s disease Research Agenda.  
    http://www.parkinsonsaction.org/
    
    Extractions: Search this site: Grassroots Advocacy Program Get your copy of Saving Milly Take Action Now Scientific Updates on Parkinson's Disease ... Visit our Multimedia Parkinson's Library What's New ACTION ALERT! Call the White House"Expand Stem Cell Research!" PAN and other patient groups like the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation have planned a coordinated effort to show the President our support for stem cell research. We plan to flood the White House with phone calls on TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 2004. Click here to get more info " Stem cell research offers chance to ‘live with dignity'" PAN State Coordinator for Louisiana Michelle Lane, winner of the Louis Fishman Award for Parkinson's Advocacy at the 2004 Parkinson's Action Network Forum, writes in the Lafayette ... Daily Advertiser Employment Opportunity The Parkinson's Action Network has an immediate opening for an Administrative Assistant. Please

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