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Luis Díaz's father speaks for first time since kidnap
Luis Díaz's father speaks for first time since kidnap
The Liverpool FC footballer's father spoke of his plight after being held by Colombian guerrillas.
2023-11-12 00:53
Pope Francis fires Texan bishop after criticism of reforms
Pope Francis fires Texan bishop after criticism of reforms
Joseph Strickland is "relieved" from governance following a Vatican investigation.
2023-11-11 22:55
What are the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and how can it be treated?
What are the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and how can it be treated?
Parkinson’s disease is the world’s second most common neurodegenerative disorder, behind Alzheimer’s disease. While it’s unknown exactly why people develop the condition, according to Parkinson’s UK, experts believe its a combination of genetic and environmental factors that contribute to the damage of nerve cells in the brain. So what are the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and how can it be treated? Here’s everything you need to know. What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative neurological condition. This means that over time the brain of an individual living with the disease becomes more damaged, the NHS explains. A person living with Parkinson’s disease doesn’t have enough of the chemical dopamine in their brain, the Parkinson’s Foundation states. Dopamine is responsible for transmitting signals between nerve cells in the brain. When an individual experiences a loss of nerve cells in the brain, this causes a reduction in the quantity of dopamine in the brain. What are the symptoms? The main symptoms of Parkinson’s disease include involuntary shaking (otherwise known as tremors), movement that’s slower than usual and stiffness in the muscles, the NHS outlines. Other symptoms may include difficulty balancing, nerve pain, incontinence, insomnia, excessive sweating, depression and anxiety. For more information about the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, visit the NHS here. How many people does it affect? Around 145,000 people in the UK are affected by Parkinson’s disease, Parkinson’s UK explains. This means that around one in every 350 adults is living with the degenerative condition. According to the NHS, symptoms of Parkinson’s usually develop after the age of 50. However, for every one in 20 people affected by the disease, symptoms may appear when they’re under the age of 40. The Parkinson’s Foundation outlines that men are 1.5 more likely than women to be affected by the condition. High-profile individuals to have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s include former US president George H. W. Bush, Back to the Future star Michael J. Fox and The Chase star Paul Sinha. How can it be treated? While there is no known cure for Parkinson’s disease, symptoms may be controlled through treatment. The most common form of treatment used for the condition is medication, Parkinson’s UK states. “Drug treatments aim to increase the level of dopamine that reaches the brain and stimulate the parts of the brain where dopamine works,” the charity explains. The medication used to treat Parkinson’s disease varies according to each patient. This is because as symptoms of the disorder progress, the drugs used to treat the condition may need to be changed. While drug treatment may help to manage Parkinson’s symptoms, it cannot slow the progression of the disease. The NHS explains that those living with Parkinson’s disease may also undergo physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and, in rare cases, brain surgery to treat the condition. For more information about Parkinson’s disease, visit Parkinson’s UK. Read More What are symptoms of coronavirus – and where has it spread? Latest travel updates as coronavirus continues to spread Can face masks really protect you against coronavirus or flu? The dirty truth about washing your hands Billy Connolly shares health update on Parkinson’s disease: ‘Every day gets stranger’ Tracey Emin says she ‘totally accepted death’ following cancer diagnosis Nicky Hilton calls out critics who made negative comments about nephew Phoenix’s head
2023-11-11 21:28
Billy Connolly shares health update on Parkinson’s disease: ‘Every day it gets stranger and more different’
Billy Connolly shares health update on Parkinson’s disease: ‘Every day it gets stranger and more different’
Billy Connolly has said that every day spent living with Parkinson’s disease “gets stranger”, as he shared an update on his health. The Scottish actor, 80, has been living with the condition since 2013, and said that the symptoms and lifestyle impacts of the disease often “creep up” on him. Parkinson’s is a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and co-ordination. Often, the disease can become more severe over time. “Every day it gets stranger and more different,” the retired stand-up comedian told The Times. Connolly said that his newfound love for making drawings, painting and sculptures has helped him navigate the mental health toll of living with the condition. “I don’t know how I would have coped without drawing. It’s taken me out of the scene and put me somewhere else, where I can survey it from a different angle,” he said. “Art has made my life magical at a time when I thought it would be unbearable.” It’s been a decade since Connolly received his Parkinson’s diagnosis. The comedian was walking through the lobby of a Los Angeles hotel in 2013 when a fellow guest, a doctor, stopped him and said he shows physical signs of Parkinsons. This prompted Connolly to visit his doctor. “I’ll never forget what he said: ‘You have the gait of a Parkinson’s man,’” Connolly told the publication. According to Parkinson’s UK, Bradykinesia, which is a common condition among people with Parkinson’s, means slowness and a reduced range of movement when walking. It can make your steps smaller and it can take more time and effort to get around. When Connolly received his official diagnosis, he was also diagnosed with prostate cancer and gallstones in the same week. “It was a helluva week,” he said. “It got funny. My daughter Scarlett was with me in the ambulance on the way to the gallbladder surgery through Manhattan. The sirens were going – nee-naw nee-naw – and she said to me, ‘Is this your first Caribbean cruise?’ That’s a line I always said to her to make her laugh when her surroundings were awkward or boring.” During an interview published in September, it was revealed that Connolly had suffered “a couple of serious falls” and once broke his hip as a result of deteriorating balance. He no longer drives. Despite these growing physical challenges, the What We Did on Our Holiday star maintains a positive outlook on his health. In his memoir, Rambling Man: Life on the Road, which was released earlier this year, Connolly clarified that he doesn’t feel “close to death”. “You see, reports of my recent demise have been greatly exaggerated,” he stated in an extract shared with The Telegraph. “There was a week a few years ago where on Monday I got hearing aids, Tuesday I got pills for heartburn, and Wednesday I received news that I had prostate cancer and Parkinson’s disease. But despite all that, I never ever felt close to dying.” Rambling Man: Life on the Road is available now. Read More What are the symptoms of Parkinson's disease and how can it be treated? Tracey Emin says she ‘totally accepted death’ following cancer diagnosis Nicky Hilton calls out critics who made negative comments about nephew Phoenix’s head What are the symptoms of Parkinson's disease and how can it be treated? Tracey Emin says she ‘totally accepted death’ following cancer diagnosis Nicky Hilton calls out critics who made negative comments about nephew Phoenix’s head
2023-11-11 21:18
Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by first air attack in 52 days, say authorities
Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by first air attack in 52 days, say authorities
Elsewhere, near the Black Sea port of Odesa, there were reports of at least two missile attacks.
2023-11-11 18:27
Green Day axe intimate London show due to illness
Green Day axe intimate London show due to illness
Green Day were forced to axe their intimate London gig just hours before they were due on stage due to illness.
2023-11-11 17:22
Nia DaCosta sought advice from other Marvel filmmakers - and one in particular was very helpful
Nia DaCosta sought advice from other Marvel filmmakers - and one in particular was very helpful
Nia DaCosta spoke to "a lot of Marvel directors" before agreeing to helm 'The Marvels and James Gunn in particular was very helpful.
2023-11-11 16:20
Elon Musk backs Darren Aronofsky for biopic
Elon Musk backs Darren Aronofsky for biopic
Elon Musk has welcomed the news Daren Aronofsky will direct a biopic based on Walter Isaacson's biography of the Tesla boss.
2023-11-11 16:15
Billionaire Benko’s Property Woes Risk Leaving Scars in Hamburg
Billionaire Benko’s Property Woes Risk Leaving Scars in Hamburg
A concrete skeleton looming over Hamburg’s harbor was supposed to be the crown jewel of a historic revitalization
2023-11-11 14:57
Sinn Féin ard fheis: Mary Lou McDonald plots path to power in Ireland
Sinn Féin ard fheis: Mary Lou McDonald plots path to power in Ireland
Mary Lou McDonald's conference speech in Athlone comes ahead of a big year for the party.
2023-11-11 14:50
Macron condemns rising antisemitism and Israeli bombing of civilians
Macron condemns rising antisemitism and Israeli bombing of civilians
The French leader tells the BBC's Katya Adler a Gaza ceasefire is urgently needed and rising antisemitism must be beaten.
2023-11-11 13:15
Actors' deal includes pay rises and intimacy co-ordinators, union says
Actors' deal includes pay rises and intimacy co-ordinators, union says
The US actors' union says its national board has voted to back the agreement with Hollywood studios.
2023-11-11 11:22
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