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Close Proximity to Dry Cleaners Linked to Parkinson’s Risk, Study Finds
health4 days ago

Close Proximity to Dry Cleaners Linked to Parkinson’s Risk, Study Finds

A new study links living within 500 feet of a dry cleaner to higher odds of Parkinson’s disease, with notable clusters in NYC and other regions. Near-cleaner residents had about 13% higher risk, while some areas, like parts of Southern Illinois, saw more than double the odds. Researchers point to solvents such as trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE) and vapor intrusion as possible drivers, noting that exposure occurs via air or skin contact rather than from clothes, with TCE largely banned and PCE being phased out. Proximity-based risk decreases with distance.

via New York Post|
#dry-cleaning#environmental-health#health
Living Near Dry Cleaners May Increase Parkinson's Risk, Large US Study Finds
science5 days ago

Living Near Dry Cleaners May Increase Parkinson's Risk, Large US Study Finds

A nationwide Medicare study (2016–2018) found people living within about 150 meters of a dry-cleaning business had roughly a 14% higher estimated risk of Parkinson's disease than those living 4–5 miles away, with higher risks for gait/mobility problems and dementia-associated PD. While the findings show association, not causation, they suggest environmental exposure to dry-cleaning solvents like TCE could contribute to PD risk and highlight the need for further surveillance and remediation. Limitations include using 2013 dry-cleaner locations and not measuring actual chemical amounts.

via ScienceAlert|
#dry-cleaners#environmental-exposure#parkinsons-disease
WHO meteorologist Jason Parkin reveals Parkinson's diagnosis and fundraising push
health5 days ago

WHO meteorologist Jason Parkin reveals Parkinson's diagnosis and fundraising push

WHO meteorologist Jason Parkin disclosed a Parkinson's disease diagnosis, the same week as colleague Jeriann Ritter's ALS; he will emcee the APDA Iowa Optimism Walk on Sept. 19 and leads a fundraising team, 'The Cumulonimbros', aiming for $7,500 (63% raised as of Aug. 20). He stresses exercise and treatment options and says he wants to raise awareness and support for research.

via The Des Moines Register|
#apda-iowa-optimism-walk#des-moines#fundraising
ESPN Founder Rasmussen Dies at 93, Pioneered 24-Hour Sports Network
business8 days ago

ESPN Founder Rasmussen Dies at 93, Pioneered 24-Hour Sports Network

Bill Rasmussen, the entrepreneur behind ESPN, died at 93 from Parkinson’s disease. He and his son conceived a 24-hour sports network and launched ESPN in 1979, transforming sports media with innovations like around-the-clock programming and SportsCenter. As ESPN’s first president and chairman, he helped grow the company from a Bristol startup to a global media enterprise, later receiving multiple honors and remaining active in publishing and philanthropy after leaving ESPN in 1980.

via ESPN Press Room|
#24-hour-sports-network#bill-rasmussen#business
Gut bacteria link to Parkinson's, sparking microbiome-based therapy hopes
science8 days ago

Gut bacteria link to Parkinson's, sparking microbiome-based therapy hopes

New studies connect Parkinson's progression to gut microbiome disruptions, notably fewer bacteria that produce B vitamins riboflavin (B2) and biotin (B7), which may weaken the intestinal barrier and fuel brain inflammation via alpha-synuclein. Small fecal microbiota transplant trials in Belgium and China show motor and gastrointestinal improvements, with a larger Chinese trial confirming donor transplants can yield meaningful benefits. The findings point to riboflavin/biotin supplementation and gut microbiome modulation as potential therapies, but results require further validation in bigger trials.

via ScienceAlert|
#biotin#fecal-microbiota-transplant#gut-microbiome
Carly Simon Returns with Comes in Waves, Her First Original Album in 18 Years
entertainment12 days ago

Carly Simon Returns with Comes in Waves, Her First Original Album in 18 Years

Carly Simon, 83, releases Comes in Waves, her first album of original songs in 18 years, a moving late-career triumph that blends intimate storytelling with defiant, melodic songwriting. Recorded mainly on Martha's Vineyard with close collaborators and her children, the collection spans grief, forgiveness, love and resilience, while acknowledging Simon's recent health battles (Parkinson's disease and basal cell carcinoma surgery).

via USA Today|
#carly-simon#comeback#comes-in-waves
Parkinson's in the Fields: The paraquat mystery haunting a New York farm town
health19 days ago

Parkinson's in the Fields: The paraquat mystery haunting a New York farm town

In Hebron, New York, residents including Gordon Chaplin and Sharon Giambatista link a cluster of Parkinson's disease cases to decades of paraquat spraying on a local farm, as studies tie the herbicide to Parkinson's risk; with New York lawmakers pushing bans, the EPA delaying stronger action, and lawsuits mounting against Syngenta, the report highlights a heated debate over environmental health, agricultural livelihoods, and accountability for agrochemical companies.

via The Guardian|
#health#hebron-ny#paraquat
XunZi: AI Biologist Uncovers Disease-Modifying Targets in Parkinson’s
science22 days ago

XunZi: AI Biologist Uncovers Disease-Modifying Targets in Parkinson’s

XunZi, a brain-inspired AI biologist, fuses logical reasoning with multimodal data to autonomously generate de novo therapeutic targets; in Parkinson’s disease it identifies CHK2 and IRAK4 kinases as disease drivers, with Chk2 inhibition rescuing dopaminergic neuron loss and motor deficits in mice, illustrating a new paradigm for translating fragmented biomedical knowledge into therapeutics across diseases including NSCLC.

via nature.com|
#chk2#disease-modifying-targets#irak4
Former Packers RB Ahman Green reveals early-onset Parkinson's diagnosis
sports27 days ago

Former Packers RB Ahman Green reveals early-onset Parkinson's diagnosis

Former Packers career rushing leader Ahman Green revealed on the Go Long podcast that he has early-onset Parkinson's disease, describing tremors that began with his feet twitching at night; he noted his 12-year NFL career with 9,205 rushing yards and a Packers single-season record of 1,883 in 2003, and said he remains hopeful thanks to regular exercise and a clean diet, adding he spoke with Brett Favre about the news and plans to reach out to him.

via NBC News|
#ahman-green#green-bay-packers#health
Carly Simon opens up about Parkinson's diagnosis and its telltale signs
health27 days ago

Carly Simon opens up about Parkinson's diagnosis and its telltale signs

Carly Simon revealed on Instagram that she has Parkinson's disease, describing initial mobility challenges. The piece outlines common Parkinson's symptoms—movement issues such as tremor, stiffness, slowness, and balance problems—as well as mood symptoms like depression and anxiety, noting that non-movement signs can appear years before a diagnosis. It cites projections of about 25 million people worldwide with Parkinson's by 2050, and mentions risk-reduction through a Mediterranean-style diet and regular exercise, along with treatments like levodopa and deep brain stimulation. Simon says she remains active, continuing to write and record a new album.

via The Washington Post|
#brain-health#carly-simon-musician#health
Carly Simon’s Early Parkinson’s Clues Began as Arthritis
health-news28 days ago

Carly Simon’s Early Parkinson’s Clues Began as Arthritis

Carly Simon revealed she has Parkinson’s disease, whose early signs began with arthritis in her knees and a hip that required joint replacements; after a Mayo Clinic evaluation she was diagnosed, highlighting research showing a link between arthritis (especially osteoarthritis) and Parkinson’s, and noting apathy as a common non-motor symptom; she’s started treatment and continues to work on music, including a new album.

via SheKnows|
#arthritis#carly-simon#health-news
Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis and What It Means for Her Life
health29 days ago

Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis and What It Means for Her Life

Singer Carly Simon, 83, announced she has Parkinson’s disease. The article explains that Parkinson's is a progressive brain disorder marked by tremors, rigidity, balance and movement difficulties, and notes risk factors such as age and family history. It also emphasizes that there is no cure, but treatment options, exercise, and therapy can help manage symptoms, and that diagnosis typically requires a medical evaluation rather than a single test.

via HuffPost|
#carly-simon#diagnosis#health