Scientists probe role of genes, environment in Parkinson disease
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The vast majority of Parkinson disease is not inherited in a simple way but is a complex disease and probably has many different factors that influence risk, including genes that interplay with environmental factors. It is suggested that patients with the Park-2 gene variant might be more vulnerable to environmental factors, where microglia activation plays an important role in the disorder, and this mechanism might be a target for prevention strategies or therapeutics.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2006
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Studies probe diet's role in eye disease
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New research findings reveal that eating fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids and taking antioxidant supplements might help prevent the progression of age-related macular degeneration. Omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids that are obtained through dietary sources are essential for both the structure of the eye and signaling pathways.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2005
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Scientists probe deep brain stimulation
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The ability of the technique of deep brain stimulation (DBS) to treat brain injury and psychiatric disorders in patients is discussed.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2007
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