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Effective stress management can help to reduce the effects of Parkinson's disease in some cases. This article looks at the role stress plays in the disease and other factors which can help limit progression of …

This article outlines current research into Parkinson's disease, including the use of foetal cell transplants.

There has been a resurgence in surgery for Parkinson's disease in recent years, with very successful results in some cases. This article outlines three operations that can be performed.

Homeopathy is a complimentary medicine that is used by some doctors. This article examines the evidence and theory behind its use.

This is a medication used to control epilepsy. This article profiles the drug, possible side effects, and recommendations for how it should be taken.

Melatonin has been proven to help treat jet lag and sleep disorders in shift workers. This article looks at the latest evidence and some of the unsubstantiated claims that have been made.

Warts are a common problem. They can be removed although most will spontaneously disappear over time. This article details some of the removal methods.

This is a chronic pain syndrome which is difficult to treat. This article provides an in depth overview of the role of shingles and pain relief strategies.

This article outlines the age-related risk of having a baby with Down's syndrome, and the features of this genetic condition.

These drugs provide effective treatment for clinical depression and a number of other conditions.

This severe mental illness affects 1% of the population. Specialist psychiatric attention and ongoing treatment is essential to improve the outcome.

This article provides an in depth look at our current understanding of this common and complex illness.