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  • Science Communications Writer, ZOE
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Keen on science, nature, heavy metal, and dinosaurs. Twin dad. Senior News Editor at medicalnewstoday.com (views are my own).
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Brain cell changes may explain why Parkinson's affects more men than women Original

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By Tim Newman Verified
| Medical News Today Verified
Parkinson’s disease affects males more often than females, and a new study sheds light on why this might be. The study concludes that genetic changes in brain cells may provide a clue. In particular, the researchers conclude that epigenetic changes based on an individual’s genetic makeup might be particularly important. Better understanding sex differences in Parkinson’s disease will hopefully help scientists understand the condition and design more effective treatments.
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Brain cell changes may explain why Parkinson's affects more men than women

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By Tim Newman Verified
| healthgrades.com
Parkinson’s disease affects males more often than females, and a new study sheds light on why this might be. The study concludes that genetic changes in brain cells may provide a clue. In particular, the researchers conclude that epigenetic changes based on an individual’s genetic makeup might be particularly important. Better understanding sex differences in Parkinson’s disease will hopefully help scientists understand the condition and design more effective treatments.
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Large psilocybin dose briefly improved dementia in case study: What to know

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By Tim Newman Verified
| healthgrades.com
‘Magic mushrooms’ helped a woman with advanced dementia but is psilocybin a good idea? Image credit: Maskot/Getty Images A new case study describes the reversal of symptoms in a woman with advanced Alzheimer’s disease after taking magic mushrooms. The findings hint that psilocybin may temporarily relieve symptoms, at least for some people. However, experts call for caution and larger studies. This is not an open-and-shut case, and the paper only outlines one patient’s story.
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