Parkinson's Disease

People with Parkinson's disease experience reduced enjoyment from pleasant smells like lemon, according to a new study. This difference in smell perception could help diagnose the condition earlier and more simply. Researchers found that brain processing of scents varies in those affected, distinguishing them from others with smell loss.

February 24, 2026 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

Author Rachel Reid has postponed the publication of her upcoming book 'Unrivaled' from September 2026 to June 1, 2027, citing worsening Parkinson's symptoms and a busy schedule following the success of the 'Heated Rivalry' TV adaptation. The novel is the seventh in her 'Game Changers' series and the third focused on characters Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. Reid shared the news in an Instagram video on February 24, 2026, assuring fans the delay will result in a better book.

Scientists have identified a key cellular regulator called PP2A-B55alpha that balances mitochondrial health, potentially leading to new therapies for Parkinson's disease. In preclinical models, reducing its activity improved motor symptoms and mitochondrial function. The findings, published in Science Advances, could extend to other mitochondrial disorders and cancer.

October 03, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

Scientists have developed a blood-based test that detects Parkinson's disease up to seven years before the onset of symptoms. The test targets abnormal alpha-synuclein proteins and shows high accuracy in at-risk individuals. This breakthrough could enable earlier treatments to slow disease progression.