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Mike Tyson shuts down Jake Paul’s Parkinson’s claim as boxer backtracks

Jake Paul claimed Mike Tyson was cured of Parkinson’s with toad venom, but Tyson’s team denied it. Paul later backtracked, sparking debate among fans.

US YouTuber/boxer Jake Paul (L) and US retired pro-boxer Mike Tyson (R) hug at the end of their heavyweight boxing bout at The Pavilion at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, November 15, 2024. (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP)(AFP)

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Updated on Feb 17, 2025 09:05 AM IST

ByAditi Srivastava

Delhi AIIMS to get new tech for treatment of Parkinson’s, epilepsy sans surgery

It can be used treat essential tremor, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and neuropathic pain through sound waves

Unlike in traditional surgeries, in this technology, ultrasound waves are guided by MRI to target and treat precise areas of the brain, the doctors said. (HT Archive)

cities

Published on Feb 14, 2025 03:00 AM IST

ByRidhima Gupta

Severe hand tremors? Lesioning surgery can fix it in one hour. Here's how

Life-changing treatment for hand tremors in Parkinson’s and dystonia patients: Doctor reveals all you need to know about how lesioning surgery works.

lifestyle

Updated on Feb 12, 2025 06:05 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Seaweed antioxidants show promise in Parkinson's disease prevention: Research

Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University found that Ecklonia cava seaweed antioxidants may help prevent Parkinson's disease by reducing neuronal damage.

Parkinson's disease, is a brain disorder, that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. (Unsplash)

lifestyle

Published on Aug 07, 2024 04:19 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Tokyo

World Parkinson's Day 2024: Date, history, significance

World Parkinson's Day 2024: From date to significance, here's all that you need to know about the special day.

Every year, World Parkinson Day is observed on April 11.(Unsplash)

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 10, 2024 06:10 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

This coach has something important to tell you about Parkinson’s Disease

Low levels of dopamine are not just associated with depression but also the progressive nervous disorder. One must move and do so mindfully. Enter kathak

The cast of the production, which will make its India premier on World Parkinson's Day on April 11. Standing, top row (L to R): Avinav Mukherjee, Bhavna Pani and Amey Mehta; Sitting on stool (L to R): Mona Ambegaonkar, Vivek Tandon: Sitting, on floor (L to R): Abhimanyu Gupta and Bhumika Mane ( Courtesy Prachi Sibal)

entertainment

Published on Apr 09, 2024 09:12 PM IST

ByPrachi Sibal

This diabetes drug can slow down worsening of Parkinson's disease

Diabetes drug lixisenatide could slow down progression of Parkinson's disease, a development that's considered a significance step in the disease's management.

Studies have shown connection between diabetes and Parkinson's disease. People who have both the disorders, register rapid deterioration in symptoms compared to those who just suffer from Parkinson's. (Freepik)

lifestyle

Published on Apr 05, 2024 11:41 AM IST

ByParmita Uniyal, New Delhi

Botox can help to tackle those embarrassing sweaty palms. Here's how

Sweaty palms: Understanding the causes and consequences of Palmar Hyperhidrosis and benefits of botox - the revolutionary treatment to manage the discomfort

lifestyle

Published on Mar 17, 2024 05:23 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Can Parkinson’s disease or Stroke impact vocal cords? What you should know

Health experts reveal whether Parkinson’s disease or Stroke can impact your vocal cords and everything else that you should know regarding brain and speech link

Can Parkinson’s disease or Stroke impact vocal cords? Here's what you should know (File Photo)

lifestyle

Published on Mar 15, 2024 02:00 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

People with essential tremor may face higher risk of developing dementia: Study

Study shows people with essential tremor are three times more likely to develop dementia compared to the general population.

lifestyle

Published on Mar 10, 2024 12:26 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Minneapolis

Air pollution’s effect on brain: How it's raising risk of Parkinson's disease

Yet another devastating effect of air pollution could be an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease. Here’s how particulate matter can play havoc with your brain.

lifestyle

Published on Nov 20, 2023 12:34 PM IST

ByParmita Uniyal, New Delhi

Link between air pollution, Parkinson's disease: Study

The study shows how people living in areas with more air pollution have the higher risk of getting Parkinson's Disease.

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Published on Nov 01, 2023 09:33 AM IST

ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Washington Dc

Working of brain in Parkinson's patients: Research

The study shows that in Parkinson's, mitochondria undergoes damage, which further leads to disruptions in mitochondrial DNA[LP1] .

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Published on Oct 04, 2023 12:32 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Washington Dc

How certain gut conditions may be early warning signs of Parkinson’s disease

The study states that digestive issues like constipation, trouble swallowing, and irritable bowel syndrome can be signs of Parkinson's disease.

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Updated on Aug 26, 2023 03:49 PM IST

ANI | , Washington

Playing football linked to increased odds of Parkinson's disease: Study

Researchers found that participants with a history of playing organised football had a 61% increased odds of having reported parkinsonism or PD diagnosis.

Researchers discovered that participants with a history of playing organised tackle football had a 61% increased odds of having reported parkinsonism or PD diagnosis.(Pixabay)

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Published on Aug 13, 2023 04:41 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Boston

‘I have Parkinson’s, and so I dance’

Vijay Deshpande, 77, transforms tremors into the flight of a bird or the flutter of a butterfly. He is now in his 15th year of dancing with Parkinson’s.

Deshpande at the free class offered at Pune’s Centre of Contemporary Dance.

lifestyle

Updated on Aug 12, 2023 06:10 PM IST

BySukanya Datta

UK Olympian, student and her mother joins second Virgin Galactic space voyage

An 80-year-old Olympian, Aberdeen student, and her mother are joins Virgin Galactic's rocket plane flight, testing space tourism's limits.

Space tourist Anastatia Mayers, left, of Antigua and Barbuda, speaks as her mother Keisha Schahaff, right, and fellow crew member Jon Goodwin listen after their flight to the edge of space aboard Virgin Galactic's rocket-powered plane Unity at Spaceport America, near Truth or Consequences, N.M., Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023. Virgin Galactic is taking its first space tourists on a long-delayed rocket ship ride. (AP)

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Published on Aug 10, 2023 11:39 PM IST

ByPrapti Upadhayay

How brain waves can predict cognitive impairment in Parkinson's disease: Study

The study states that brain waves can help in predicting cognitive impairment in Parkinson's disease, thereby aiding in better treatment.

lifestyle

Published on Jun 13, 2023 11:04 AM IST

ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Iowa

Chemical exposure significantly increases the risk of Parkinson's disease: Study

TCE, a liquid chemical found in the air, water, and soil, may increase the risk of Parkinson's disease by 70% after two years of prolonged exposure.

Prolonged exposure to TCE, a liquid chemical persisting in the environment, could potentially elevate the risk of Parkinson's disease.(Unsplash)

lifestyle

Published on May 19, 2023 06:07 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, San Francisco

Tips for patients and caregivers on living well with Parkinson's disease

In India, more than 7 million people are currently suffering from Parkinson's disease. Health experts share tips for patients, caregivers on living well with it

lifestyle

Published on Apr 15, 2023 05:06 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

World Parkinson's Day 2023: History, significance, facts

The day is celebrated to raise awareness and educate people about Parkinson's, its effects and to help and support the the patients ailing from this disease.

World Parkinson's Day: Parkinson's is a neurodegenerative disease which affects the neurological system. (Representative image/ istock)

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Published on Apr 11, 2023 08:23 AM IST

ByShobhit Gupta

World Parkinson's Day 2023: Symptoms of brain disorder in young

Apart from tremors, young people with Parkinson's may experience stiffness of limbs, slow movement, and instability while walking. All you want to know.

People who have Young Parkinson’s disease may not develop apparent behavioural changes or memory loss which is usually seen in elderly patients. (Freepik)

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 10, 2023 07:16 PM IST

ByParmita Uniyal, New Delhi

Delhi HC lets ex-PFI chairman Abubacker withdraw plea for bail on medical grounds

Abubacker was arrested by the anti-terror probe agency during a massive crackdown on the banned organisation last year and is currently in judicial custody.

Ex-PFI chairman E Abubacker, who was arrested in September last year, earlier asked the high court to shift him out of jail and place him under house arrest (File Photo)

cities

Updated on Apr 06, 2023 06:05 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Parkinson's Disease: Signs, non-motor manifestations one should watch out for

Before onset of Parkinson’s disease, certain signs can indicate one may suffer from this disease in later life. Watch out for these non-motor manifestations

lifestyle

Published on Apr 04, 2023 08:42 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

Anxiety or Parkinson's disease? How to differentiate between the symptoms

It can be difficult to distinguish between anxiety and Parkinson's disease, as they share similar symptoms. An expert on how to tell the difference between the two.

Being with someone who is undergoing anxiety issues can be difficult. However, with a little patience and a lot of love, we can help them go through it and help them with their issues. Here's a few ways by which you can help your oved one who is undergoing anxiety.(Unsplash)

lifestyle

Published on Feb 24, 2023 01:38 PM IST

ByParmita Uniyal, New Delhi

How Huntington's disease affects different neurons: Study

This kind of analysis could also shed light on other brain disorders that affect the striatum, such as Parkinson's disease and autism spectrum disorder, the researchers said.

lifestyle

Published on Jan 21, 2023 02:29 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Cambridge

New app may quickly detect severe COVID, Parkinson's disease from people's voice

Researchers have developed a new smartphone app that can accurately and rapidly detect Parkinson's disease and severe COVID-19 using just people's voice recordings.

lifestyle

Published on Oct 06, 2022 05:36 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Melbourne

Parkinson’s disease: Doctors debunk myths, reveal facts, symptoms, managing tips

Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month: Here's all you need to know about symptoms and tips of managing patients with Parkinson’s disease as doctors spill the beans on the same, along with myths and facts about the health condition

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 13, 2022 04:38 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

Heart attack survivors less likely to develop Parkinson's disease: Study

"We have previously found that following a heart attack, the risk of neurovascular complications such as ischemic stroke [clot-caused stroke] or vascular dementia is markedly increased, so the finding of a lower risk of Parkinson's disease was somewhat surprising," said lead study author.

According to new research, people who have had a heart attack may be slightly less likely than people in the general population to develop Parkinson's disease later in life.(Getty Images/iStockphoto)

lifestyle

Published on Feb 16, 2022 06:26 PM IST

ANI |

Regular exercise slows progression of Parkinson's disease, finds study

Researchers found that those who exercised regularly over five years did better on cognitive tests and had slower progression of the Parkinson's disease in several aspects.

Regular 1-2 hours of moderate exercise twice a week slows progression of Parkinson's disease, finds study(Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Published on Jan 31, 2022 09:57 AM IST

ANI | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Washington [us]

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Jake Paul claimed Mike Tyson was cured of Parkinson’s with toad venom, but Tyson’s team denied it. Paul later backtracked, sparking debate among fans.

It can be used treat essential tremor, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and neuropathic pain through sound waves

Life-changing treatment for hand tremors in Parkinson’s and dystonia patients: Doctor reveals all you need to know about how lesioning surgery works.

Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University found that Ecklonia cava seaweed antioxidants may help prevent Parkinson's disease by reducing neuronal damage.

World Parkinson's Day 2024: From date to significance, here's all that you need to know about the special day.

Low levels of dopamine are not just associated with depression but also the progressive nervous disorder. One must move and do so mindfully. Enter kathak

Diabetes drug lixisenatide could slow down progression of Parkinson's disease, a development that's considered a significance step in the disease's management.

Sweaty palms: Understanding the causes and consequences of Palmar Hyperhidrosis and benefits of botox - the revolutionary treatment to manage the discomfort

Health experts reveal whether Parkinson’s disease or Stroke can impact your vocal cords and everything else that you should know regarding brain and speech link

Study shows people with essential tremor are three times more likely to develop dementia compared to the general population.

Yet another devastating effect of air pollution could be an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease. Here’s how particulate matter can play havoc with your brain.

The study shows how people living in areas with more air pollution have the higher risk of getting Parkinson's Disease.

The study shows that in Parkinson's, mitochondria undergoes damage, which further leads to disruptions in mitochondrial DNA[LP1] .

The study states that digestive issues like constipation, trouble swallowing, and irritable bowel syndrome can be signs of Parkinson's disease.

Researchers found that participants with a history of playing organised football had a 61% increased odds of having reported parkinsonism or PD diagnosis.

Vijay Deshpande, 77, transforms tremors into the flight of a bird or the flutter of a butterfly. He is now in his 15th year of dancing with Parkinson’s.

An 80-year-old Olympian, Aberdeen student, and her mother are joins Virgin Galactic's rocket plane flight, testing space tourism's limits.

The study states that brain waves can help in predicting cognitive impairment in Parkinson's disease, thereby aiding in better treatment.

TCE, a liquid chemical found in the air, water, and soil, may increase the risk of Parkinson's disease by 70% after two years of prolonged exposure.

In India, more than 7 million people are currently suffering from Parkinson's disease. Health experts share tips for patients, caregivers on living well with it

The day is celebrated to raise awareness and educate people about Parkinson's, its effects and to help and support the the patients ailing from this disease.

Apart from tremors, young people with Parkinson's may experience stiffness of limbs, slow movement, and instability while walking. All you want to know.

Abubacker was arrested by the anti-terror probe agency during a massive crackdown on the banned organisation last year and is currently in judicial custody.

Before onset of Parkinson’s disease, certain signs can indicate one may suffer from this disease in later life. Watch out for these non-motor manifestations

It can be difficult to distinguish between anxiety and Parkinson's disease, as they share similar symptoms. An expert on how to tell the difference between the two.

This kind of analysis could also shed light on other brain disorders that affect the striatum, such as Parkinson's disease and autism spectrum disorder, the researchers said.

Researchers have developed a new smartphone app that can accurately and rapidly detect Parkinson's disease and severe COVID-19 using just people's voice recordings.

Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month: Here's all you need to know about symptoms and tips of managing patients with Parkinson’s disease as doctors spill the beans on the same, along with myths and facts about the health condition

"We have previously found that following a heart attack, the risk of neurovascular complications such as ischemic stroke [clot-caused stroke] or vascular dementia is markedly increased, so the finding of a lower risk of Parkinson's disease was somewhat surprising," said lead study author.

Researchers found that those who exercised regularly over five years did better on cognitive tests and had slower progression of the Parkinson's disease in several aspects.

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