News & Notes
It's
not what is taken away from you that counts.
It's what you do with what you have left.
It's what you do with what you have left.
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Relaxation Workshop -
- -A Relaxation Workshop is offered to teach you relaxation techniques
through massage. The one-hour workshop and demonstration provides an opportunity
to learn relaxation techniques and participate in a question and answer
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| Patents Regarding Parkinson's Disease - - - Patent literature describes the efforts of many inventors to win fame and fortune. There are many disclosures in such literature of compositions and/or processes that purport to cure or alleviate the symptoms of Parkinsons's disease. Click here for the full report. | |||||||||
| "Surviving Adversity: Living with
Parkinson's Disease" - - - A new and outstanding book offering a unique look into the lives of people living with Parkinson's Disease. In their own words, they (including PSGUNY's own Parkinson Post editor Louise Whitney) share the mental, emotional, spiritual and physical challenges PD has brought to them, their family and friends. 50% of the net proceeds from book sales will go to fund PD research. The book will not be in book stores until the Fall of 2007 but you can obtain an advanced copy by sending a check for $14.00 (made out to Surviving Adversity) to Louise Whitney, 10 Crossbow Drive, Penfield NY 14526. Be sure to include your mailing address plus your phone number and e-mail address. |
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| Is A Cure Called Isradipine Coming
??? - - - Northwestern University researchers have discovered a drug that slows – and may even halt – the progression of Parkinson’s disease. The drug (isradipine) rejuvenates aging dopamine cells, whose death in the brain causes the symptoms of this devastating and widespread disease. D. James Surmeier, the Nathan Smith Davis Professor and chair of physiology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, and his team of researchers have found that isradipine, a drug widely used for hypertension and stroke, restores stressed-out dopamine neurons to their vigorous younger selves. The study is described in a feature article in the international journal Nature, which will be published on-line June 10. "The animal studies suggest that calcium channel blockers, drugs currently used to reduce blood pressure, might someday be used to slow the steady progression of Parkinson's disease," said Walter J. Koroshetz, M.D. |
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| Doctors Focus on Depression in Patients
with Parkinson’s - - - Doctors at the University of Rochester Medical Center are leading a nationwide study to test the effectiveness of anti-depressants in patients with Parkinson's disease.The study will include 228 patients at 19 sites around North America, including Rochester. Doctors conducting the four-year study, funded by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, are testing whether the anti-depressant medications paroxetine (brand name Paxil) and venlafaxine (brand name Effexor) are effective at alleviating the depression that many Parkinson’s patients experience. It’s the first large placebo-controlled study testing how well anti-depressant medications actually work in patients with Parkinson’s. “Many people who are depressed are reluctant to seek treatment,” said Irene Richard, M.D., the neurologist who heads the study. “Some patients believe it’s just a matter of will to overcome depression, and others think it’s just a normal response to being diagnosed with Parkinson’s. We’re saying that the depression is part of Parkinson’s, that there is treatment for their depression.” |
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| Angels to Benefit PSGUNY - - - Amy Kotzin turns discarded men's ties into "angels" (you have to see them to believe the magic she creates). Amy has offered to donate a portion ofher proceeds to PSGUNY. In return, she asks that we provide her with our old ties. Check you closet and encourage your family and friends to do the same and bring your collection of ties to your next support group meeting, call the PSGUNY voice mail phone (585) 234-5355 or send an e-mail to info@psguny.org to arrange to get your ties to Amy. |
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Suggested Reading Parkinson's Disease & the Art of Moving by John Argue - Paperback available for $12.21 at Amazon.com. This book is a valuable tool for every PD patient. It clearly illustrates with photographs how to do exercises for every need. The author presents a program that offers hope of preventing the progression of PD symptoms. 300Tips for Making Life with Parkinson's Disease Easier by Shelley Peterman Schwartz - Paperback available for $12.89 at Amazon.com. The author includes tips, techniques and shortcuts learned from her personal experience and from the people around her. She discusses how to save time and energy, becoming more organized and being independent. |
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| "Life in Balance" - - - Free informative newsletter published for people and families living with Parkinson's disease is available from Teva Neuroscience Inc and Eisai Inc. For a no charge subscription, write to Teva Neuroscience Inc/Eisai Inc, PO Box 29425, Shawnee Mission KS 66201 - ask for "Life in Balance" newsletter. | |||||||||
| Assistive Mouse Adapter - - - If you have a tremor that affects your hand you’ll know how difficult it can be to operate a computer using a mouse. Simple tasks like opening an email or pressing a web button can be very difficult because of the erratic movements of the cursor on the screen and the problem of multiple clicking caused by a shaking finger. The Assistive Mouse Adapter was invented by IBM to address this problem. It works by filtering out the unintentional movements of the hand caused by a tremor. The effect of the adapter is much smoother movement of the cursor on the screen and greatly improved accuracy of mouse operation. The adapter works with most PCs and operating systems. No additional software is required; the device is simply plugged in between the computer and the mouse and can be switched on or off, and adjusted depending on the tremor severity. It can also be set to filter out unintended multiple clicking on the mouse. The adapter can be ordered on line at www.montrosesecam.com. | |||||||||
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Practical Parkinson Tips
from Mary Clar
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