Aging
A Peek at Parkinson’s: What’s New for the Old?
Firstly, Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a motor disorder that affects dopaminergic neurons of the brain, which are necessary in the coordination of movement. Onset is usually around age 60, starting with symptoms including tremor, stiffness, slowness of movement, and poor balance and coordination. While current treatments can help alleviate the symptoms in patients, none provide a cure.
Second off, the mission of the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research and other support groups is to find better treatments for those suffering from the disease. With the Baby Boomer generation entering late
Beefing Up Your Brain
Are you aging and senile? Do you find yourself frequently forgetting facts and misplacing objects? Are you simply dissatisfied with your cognitive strength? The Posit Science Brain Fitness Program might be right for you! As we age, our brains age with us, slowly deteriorating over time. For the fast-paced lives we now lead however, having […]