Study Links Parkinson's in Women to Alzheimer's Pathology
Researchers examining 230 autopsy cases found women with Parkinson's disease showed higher rates of Alzheimer's-related amyloid pathology.
Arizona Diseases News
This page covers medical diagnosis, treatment breakthroughs and public health impact. Reporting follows clinical trials, research studies, disease outbreaks and awareness campaigns.
Asthma
Live Poll
Do you think prescribed smoke from local forest burns is worth it for your area?
Prescribed Burn to Start Near Mingus Mountain
The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management begins a multi-day pile burn about 10 miles east of Prescott on Tuesday.
Alzheimer’s
Arizona Partners Launched Dementia Training for Dentists
Banner Health and Delta Dental of Arizona have introduced new workshops to help dental providers support dementia patients.
Heart Disease
Live Poll
Do you trust that medical device companies are held sufficiently accountable when their products cause injury?
Arizona Jury Awards $40 Million in Bard Port Lawsuit
A federal jury assigned full fault to defendants in a case involving a fractured implanted catheter.
Cancer
Live Poll
Should cosmetics companies be legally required to provide explicit health warnings on hair care products?
Arizona Sued L'Oréal Over Hair Relaxer Safety
The state attorney general has launched a consumer fraud lawsuit against L'Oréal regarding cancer risks.
Autism
Live Poll
Should your state provide permanent funding for specialized maternal mental health support lines?
Arizona Advocates Sought Psychiatry Line Funding
The state program provides real-time psychiatric support for pregnant and postpartum patients.
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