In 2001, President George W. Bush issued an executive order banning federal funding for new sources of stem cells developed from preimplantation human embryos. The action stalled research and discouraged scientists…. Full Story>
New York Times: US Agrees to Pay Billions to Marines Affected by Toxic Water
After years of waiting, veterans who were exposed to contaminated drinking water while assigned to Camp Lejeune in North Carolina may now be able to receive a portion of government disability benefits totaling more than $2 billion.
New York Times: “How do you die of Parkinson’s disease.”
The New York Times has an “Ask Well” column where the columnist answers questions that have received a large number of “followers.” Today’s column answers the question: “How do you die of Parkinson’s disease.”
Happy New Year!
Happy new year from Robin, Steven, and Denise at Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach! We are off having fun until January 4, 2017, when the office re-opens.
November 2016 Issue of “Nature Insight” Devoted to Neurodegenerative Diseases, including Parkinson’s
This is for the scientists among us! The November 2016 issue of Nature Insight is devoted to neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s Diseases. In part due to extended lifespan, neurodegenerative diseases are increasing in prevalence. … Full Story>