By George Citroner A recent study found the annual incidence of Parkinson’s disease, a progressive and degenerative neurological condition, among older adults is 50 percent higher than the current estimate of 60,000 diagnoses annually, affecting approximately 90,000 people each year in the United States alone. This may soon change. Early detection and accurate diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease are […]
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Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. Symptoms usually begin gradually and worsen over time. As the disease progresses, people may have difficulty walking and talking.