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People with early #Parkinsons who got at least four hours of moderate #exercise a week had slower disease progression. https://www.wgem.com/2025/10/05/strategies-slow-parkinsons/
Strategies to slow Parkinson's
Parkinson's is the most common motor disorder affecting almost 10 million people worldwide.
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January 1, 2026 at 4:47 PM
People with early #Parkinsons who got at least four hours of moderate #exercise a week had slower disease progression. https://www.wgem.com/2025/10/05/strategies-slow-parkinsons/
OHSU researchers have identified an enzyme associated with disorders ranging from #MultipleSclerosis to neurodegenerative conditions like #AlzheimersDisease. https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251211/Researchers-identify-enzyme-linked-to-myelin-damage-and-neurodegenerative-conditions.aspx
Researchers identify enzyme linked to myelin damage and neurodegenerative conditions
Researchers at Oregon Health & Science University have identified a type of enzyme with a complicated name - cell migration inducing and hyaluronan-binding protein, or CEMIP - is associated with disorders ranging from multiple sclerosis to stroke to neu...
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December 31, 2025 at 10:41 PM
OHSU researchers have identified an enzyme associated with disorders ranging from #MultipleSclerosis to neurodegenerative conditions like #AlzheimersDisease. https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251211/Researchers-identify-enzyme-linked-to-myelin-damage-and-neurodegenerative-conditions.aspx
Early treatment of obstructive #SleepApnea -- a condition that causes breathing to briefly pause -- may decrease the risk of #ParkinsonsDisease: https://abcnews.go.com/Health/early-treatment-sleep-apnea-reduce-risk-parkinsons-disease/story?id=127856721
Early treatment of sleep apnea may reduce risk of Parkinson's disease: Study
Early treatment of obstructive sleep apnea may decrease the risk of Parkinson's disease, a new study published Monday finds.
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December 31, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Early treatment of obstructive #SleepApnea -- a condition that causes breathing to briefly pause -- may decrease the risk of #ParkinsonsDisease: https://abcnews.go.com/Health/early-treatment-sleep-apnea-reduce-risk-parkinsons-disease/story?id=127856721
A new systematic evidence review finds short-term improvements in #PainManagement for cannabis products high in #THC, but they’re also high in side effects like sedation, dizziness & nausea. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/22/cannabis-products-with-more-thc-slightly-reduce-pain-cause-more-side-effects
Cannabis products with more THC slightly reduce pain, cause more side effects
Research review also finds products higher in CBD than THC have almost no benefit in reducing pain.
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December 29, 2025 at 9:48 PM
A new systematic evidence review finds short-term improvements in #PainManagement for cannabis products high in #THC, but they’re also high in side effects like sedation, dizziness & nausea. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/22/cannabis-products-with-more-thc-slightly-reduce-pain-cause-more-side-effects
New #OHSUResearch suggests sticking to the same bedtime each night could improve a person’s blood pressure. https://www.healthday.com/health-news/sleep-disorder/regular-bedtime-does-wonders-for-blood-pressure
Regular Bedtime Does Wonders for Blood Pressure
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 26, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A step as simple as sticking to the same bedtime each night could improve a person's blood pressure, new research su
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December 29, 2025 at 8:05 PM
New #OHSUResearch suggests sticking to the same bedtime each night could improve a person’s blood pressure. https://www.healthday.com/health-news/sleep-disorder/regular-bedtime-does-wonders-for-blood-pressure
Can untreated obstructive #SleepApnea increase your risk of developing #ParkinsonsDisease? https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/11/24/untreated-sleep-apnea-raises-risk-of-parkinsons-study-finds #OHSUResearch
Untreated sleep apnea raises risk of Parkinson's, study finds
Research examining millions of electronic health records strongly suggests value of treating obstructive sleep apnea with CPAP.
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December 28, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Can untreated obstructive #SleepApnea increase your risk of developing #ParkinsonsDisease? https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/11/24/untreated-sleep-apnea-raises-risk-of-parkinsons-study-finds #OHSUResearch
A new study from @ohsunews.bsky.social and the Portland VA found that people with untreated obstructive #SleepApnea were significantly more likely to develop #Parkinsons over time. https://www.oregonlive.com/health/2025/11/ohsu-study-links-untreated-sleep-apnea-to-higher-risk-of-parkinsons.html
OHSU study links untreated sleep apnea to higher risk of Parkinson's
The study suggests that treating sleep apnea may protect long-term brain health.
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December 27, 2025 at 7:47 PM
A new study from @ohsunews.bsky.social and the Portland VA found that people with untreated obstructive #SleepApnea were significantly more likely to develop #Parkinsons over time. https://www.oregonlive.com/health/2025/11/ohsu-study-links-untreated-sleep-apnea-to-higher-risk-of-parkinsons.html
OHSU researchers warn that exposure to #AirPollution may have serious implications for a child’s developing #brain. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/19/ohsu-study-finds-exposure-to-common-air-pollutants-alters-adolescent-brain-development
OHSU study finds exposure to common air pollutants alters adolescent brain development
Researchers warn these structural changes could impact children's health, well-being; environmental, public health policy will be critical to protecting brain health, they say.
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December 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM
OHSU researchers warn that exposure to #AirPollution may have serious implications for a child’s developing #brain. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/19/ohsu-study-finds-exposure-to-common-air-pollutants-alters-adolescent-brain-development
@ohsunews.bsky.social's Dr. Honora Englander says access to #telehealth and medication for #opioid use disorder is an important part of addressing the huge and multifaceted problem of substance use disorder. https://www.opb.org/article/2025/11/20/boulder-care-ohsu-substance-use-tol
Providers say more access to evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders needed
We're joined by an OHSU addiction medicine doctor and the CEO of Boulder Care, who participated in the industry-wide AMERSA conference held in Portland last week. They share more about evidence-based approaches to in-patient and out-patient care for peo...
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December 26, 2025 at 11:10 PM
@ohsunews.bsky.social's Dr. Honora Englander says access to #telehealth and medication for #opioid use disorder is an important part of addressing the huge and multifaceted problem of substance use disorder. https://www.opb.org/article/2025/11/20/boulder-care-ohsu-substance-use-tol
Consistency in #sleep timing has been shown to benefit both physical and mental health. https://nypost.com/2025/11/27/health/simple-tweak-to-your-routine-could-lower-high-blood-pressure/
Simple tweak to your daily routine could lower high blood pressure
It's so easy, you could do it in your sleep.
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December 23, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Consistency in #sleep timing has been shown to benefit both physical and mental health. https://nypost.com/2025/11/27/health/simple-tweak-to-your-routine-could-lower-high-blood-pressure/
Researchers with @ohsunews.bsky.social's Neuro-Oncology Blood-Brain Barrier Program supported several clinical trials investigating a novel use of a drug for brain cancer imaging. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/17/ohsu-research-drives-fda-approval-for-novel-use-of-anemia-drug-in-brain-cancer-imaging
OHSU research drives FDA approval for novel use of anemia drug in brain cancer imaging
OHSU lab started exploring new use of the drug 30 years ago; now, it may improve techniques to measure, monitor aggressive brain tumors.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Researchers with @ohsunews.bsky.social's Neuro-Oncology Blood-Brain Barrier Program supported several clinical trials investigating a novel use of a drug for brain cancer imaging. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/17/ohsu-research-drives-fda-approval-for-novel-use-of-anemia-drug-in-brain-cancer-imaging
The National Institutes of Health is investing $50 million into research on #genetic and environmental factors underlying #autism: https://t.co/CBT2BJb319
NIH Funds New Autism Studies on Genes and Environment as Trump Focuses on Tylenol
The National Institutes of Health is investing $50 million into research on genetic and environmental factors underlying autism--news that was eclipsed by President Donald Trump's recent controversial claims about acetaminophen
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December 21, 2025 at 4:55 PM
The National Institutes of Health is investing $50 million into research on #genetic and environmental factors underlying #autism: https://t.co/CBT2BJb319
Winding Waters Clinics is taking part in a national study to treat people suffering from substance abuse problems. https://lagrandeobserver.com/2025/11/17/study-brings-substance-abuse-support-to-winding-waters/
Study brings substance abuse support to Wallowa County - La Grande Observer
Winding Waters Clinics in Wallowa County seeks participants for a national study on understanding how to help patients who abuse alcohol or other substances.
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December 20, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Winding Waters Clinics is taking part in a national study to treat people suffering from substance abuse problems. https://lagrandeobserver.com/2025/11/17/study-brings-substance-abuse-support-to-winding-waters/
More than 800 people in Oregon have joined ACTNOW! Subscribe to stay informed about new Alzheimer’s and brain health studies enrolling this winter.
Sign up now at the link below or email actnow@ohsu.edu. https://bit.ly/3YJVXts
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December 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM
More than 800 people in Oregon have joined ACTNOW! Subscribe to stay informed about new Alzheimer’s and brain health studies enrolling this winter.
Sign up now at the link below or email actnow@ohsu.edu. https://bit.ly/3YJVXts
Sign up now at the link below or email actnow@ohsu.edu. https://bit.ly/3YJVXts
New research is being conducted to see if consuming #cycad plant-based foods is linked to increased risk of neurological diseases. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bhubaneswar/aiims-bhubaneswar-investigates-neurological-risks-linked-to-cycad-plant-based-foods/articleshow/125066732.cms
AIIMS Bhubaneswar investigates neurological risks linked to cycad plant-based foods | Bhubaneswar News - The Times of India
AIIMS Bhubaneswar is investigating a potential link between consuming cycad plant-based foods and neurological diseases. Researchers are examining if
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December 18, 2025 at 4:49 PM
New research is being conducted to see if consuming #cycad plant-based foods is linked to increased risk of neurological diseases. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bhubaneswar/aiims-bhubaneswar-investigates-neurological-risks-linked-to-cycad-plant-based-foods/articleshow/125066732.cms
According to new research by @ohsunews.bsky.social, #lipoic acid may have a small beneficial effect in slowing the loss of gray matter in people w/ progressive forms of #MultipleSclerosis. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/15/mixed-results-in-using-lipoic-acid-to-treat-progressive-multiple-sclerosis
Mixed results in using lipoic acid to treat progressive multiple sclerosis
OHSU-led randomized controlled trial examines benefits of over-the-counter antioxidant.
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December 17, 2025 at 7:54 PM
According to new research by @ohsunews.bsky.social, #lipoic acid may have a small beneficial effect in slowing the loss of gray matter in people w/ progressive forms of #MultipleSclerosis. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/15/mixed-results-in-using-lipoic-acid-to-treat-progressive-multiple-sclerosis
According to an OHSU study, participants with an untreated #sleep disorder are nearly twice as likely to develop #ParkinsonsDisease. https://www.wsj.com/health/wellness/sleep-apnea-parkinsons-study-link-afe69808?mod=Searchresults&pos=1&page=1
Study Links Sleep Apnea With Parkinson's Disease
Participants with untreated sleep disorder were nearly twice as likely to develop the neurodegenerative condition, according to a study.
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December 17, 2025 at 5:13 PM
According to an OHSU study, participants with an untreated #sleep disorder are nearly twice as likely to develop #ParkinsonsDisease. https://www.wsj.com/health/wellness/sleep-apnea-parkinsons-study-link-afe69808?mod=Searchresults&pos=1&page=1
OHSU's Dr. Lindsey Wooliscroft, assistant professor of neurology at OHSU, discussed emerging evidence that aerobic #exercise may enhance remyelination in patients w/ #MultipleSclerosis. www.neurologylive.com/view/explori...
Exploring the Role of Aerobic Exercise in Promoting Remyelination in Multiple Sclerosis: Lindsey Wooliscroft, MD, MS | NeurologyLive - Clinical Neurology News and Neurology Expert Insights
The assistant professor of neurology at Oregon Health & Science University discussed emerging evidence that aerobic exercise may enhance remyelination in patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME:...
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December 16, 2025 at 6:04 PM
OHSU's Dr. Lindsey Wooliscroft, assistant professor of neurology at OHSU, discussed emerging evidence that aerobic #exercise may enhance remyelination in patients w/ #MultipleSclerosis. www.neurologylive.com/view/explori...
Dr. Larry Sherman, professor at OHSU’s Oregon National Primate Research Center, led research identifying the enzyme CEMIP as a key player in #myelin breakdown linked to conditions like #AlzheimersDisease. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/11/study-implicates-enzyme-in-neurodegenerative-conditions
Study implicates enzyme in neurodegenerative conditions
OHSU research finds a specific enzyme is involved in myelin breakdown that causes conditions such as MS, stroke, Alzheimer's.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Dr. Larry Sherman, professor at OHSU’s Oregon National Primate Research Center, led research identifying the enzyme CEMIP as a key player in #myelin breakdown linked to conditions like #AlzheimersDisease. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/11/study-implicates-enzyme-in-neurodegenerative-conditions
New research by @OHSUNews' Dr. Hui Wu found that fusobacterium nucleatum, commonly associated with #GumDisease, can amplify the #brain’s response to #amphetamines by enhancing dopamine signaling. https://t.co/U9tUPJgOA6
Accolades: Awards, honors and appointments October
Accolades: Awards, honors and appointments October
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December 14, 2025 at 5:15 PM
New research by @OHSUNews' Dr. Hui Wu found that fusobacterium nucleatum, commonly associated with #GumDisease, can amplify the #brain’s response to #amphetamines by enhancing dopamine signaling. https://t.co/U9tUPJgOA6
New study finds people with untreated obstructive #SleepApnea are more likely to develop #ParkinsonsDisease. But using a #CPAP machine to improve #sleep quality can cut that risk significantly. https://www.healthday.com/healthday-tv/neurology/untreated-sleep-apnea-linked-to-increased-parkinsons-risk
Untreated Sleep Apnea Linked to Increased Parkinson's Risk
A new study finds people with untreated obstructive sleep apnea are more likely to develop Parkinson's disease -- nearly twice as likely over time.But using a CP
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December 13, 2025 at 3:59 PM
New study finds people with untreated obstructive #SleepApnea are more likely to develop #ParkinsonsDisease. But using a #CPAP machine to improve #sleep quality can cut that risk significantly. https://www.healthday.com/healthday-tv/neurology/untreated-sleep-apnea-linked-to-increased-parkinsons-risk
The Digital Medicine Society (DiME) launched a new initiative to build a digital blueprint for tech-enabled #aging in place for older seniors. https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/health-tech/digital-medicine-society-along-coalition-industry-partners-launches-initiative-tech
Digital Medicine Society, along with coalition of industry partners, launches initiative for tech-enabled aging at home
The Digital Medicine Society (DiME), in collaboration with the Consumer Technology Association and a coalition of industry partners, launched a new initiative to build a digital blueprint for tech- | The initiative will focus on defining the infrastruct...
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December 12, 2025 at 4:54 PM
The Digital Medicine Society (DiME) launched a new initiative to build a digital blueprint for tech-enabled #aging in place for older seniors. https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/health-tech/digital-medicine-society-along-coalition-industry-partners-launches-initiative-tech
A study reports that people with untreated obstructive #SleepApnea (OSA) face a higher risk of being diagnosed with #Parkinsons. https://nypost.com/2025/11/24/health/common-issue-can-raise-parkinsons-risk-but-theres-simple-solution/
Common problem can raise risk of Parkinson's disease -- but there's a simple solution
Parkinson's -- which causes poor balance and stiff movement -- affects an estimated 1 million Americans.
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December 11, 2025 at 5:08 PM
A study reports that people with untreated obstructive #SleepApnea (OSA) face a higher risk of being diagnosed with #Parkinsons. https://nypost.com/2025/11/24/health/common-issue-can-raise-parkinsons-risk-but-theres-simple-solution/
Aerobic #exercise may help the #brain repair #myelin in some areas for people with #MultipleSclerosis: https://ms-uk.org/news/aerobic-exercise-may-promote-myelin-repair/
Aerobic exercise may promote myelin repair
Aerobic exercise may promote myelin repair Published: Aerobic exercise may help the brain repair myelin in some areas for people with multiple sclerosis, according to early pilot data presented at the 41st ECTRIMS Congress in Barcelona. The single-blind...
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December 10, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Aerobic #exercise may help the #brain repair #myelin in some areas for people with #MultipleSclerosis: https://ms-uk.org/news/aerobic-exercise-may-promote-myelin-repair/
A large analysis of more than 11 million medical records found that people with untreated obstructive #SleepApnea face a substantially higher risk of developing #ParkinsonsDisease over time. https://neurosciencenews.com/osa-parkinsons-neurology-29977/
Untreated Sleep Apnea Doubles Parkinson's Risk - Neuroscience News
A large analysis of more than 11 million medical records found that people with untreated obstructive sleep apnea face a substantially higher risk of developing Parkinson's disease over time.
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December 9, 2025 at 8:09 PM
A large analysis of more than 11 million medical records found that people with untreated obstructive #SleepApnea face a substantially higher risk of developing #ParkinsonsDisease over time. https://neurosciencenews.com/osa-parkinsons-neurology-29977/