Air Pollution Tied to Higher Risk of Dementia Due to Lewy Body Diseases (UF Health)
A UF study found that long-term exposure to air pollutants such as fine particulates and nitrogen dioxide may increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease-related dementia and Lewy body dementia.
Music-Based Rhythm Improves Gait in Parkinson’s Patients (UF Health)
A UF research team found that walking to music improves gait in both Parkinson’s patients and healthy older adults more effectively than a metronome or no auditory cue.
Guided by the Sun: Michael Okun’s Bold Vision for a Parkinson’s-Free Future (UF News)
UF researcher Michael Okun is pioneering a global, patient-centered “Parkinson’s universe” model that redefines care, prioritizes prevention, and drives a worldwide movement toward a Parkinson’s-free future.
AI Detects Hidden Movement Clues Linked to Brain Disorders, Study Shows (UF News)
UF researcher Diego L. Guarín is using AI to detect subtle motor changes from video recordings, aiming to identify Parkinson’s disease earlier than traditional clinical methods.