Parkinson’s disease slowly changes how the brain works. It starts when tiny cells that make dopamine begin to disappear. Dopamine is a key messenger in the brain that helps control movement. Without enough of it, people often feel stiff, move slowly, and shake when resting. These problems grow worse
Iowa entered the Elite Eight as a 9‑seed, having stunned several top teams to reach this stage for the first time since 2018. They knocked out a No. 1 seed and beat higher‑ranked opponents like Clemson, Florida, and Nebraska along the way. Illinois arrived as a 3‑seed after a solid defensive perform
Iowa Republicans have decided not to push forward with a bill that would ban all abortions in the state. The bill, which would have made performing an abortion a serious crime, did not have enough support to move forward. The bill's main supporter, Rep. Jon Dunwell, said that the bill did not have t
Iowa's public schools are in a tough spot. They are losing students and money. This is not new. It has been happening for years. The state has been cutting funds for public schools. At the same time, it has been giving money to private schools. This is not fair to the students or the teachers. The
Iowa is thinking about making it illegal to mess with the weather. This isn't just about stopping rain dances or wishing for sunshine. It's about controlling things like cloud seeding, where people try to make it rain by throwing tiny particles into the air. The idea is to stop anyone from changing
Parkinson's disease is a serious concern for those with type 2 diabetes. This condition can severely affect movement and daily living. Two widely used diabetes medications, GLP-1 receptor agonists and metformin, have shown potential in protecting the brain. However, the current research is inconclus
Iowa's health leaders are facing a tough challenge. They need to make sure vaccines stay safe and effective. This is not just a job for one political party. It's something everyone should care about. A big change happened recently. A group called the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (AC
Parkinson's disease is tricky. It can start causing trouble inside the body way before anyone feels sick. Scientists have made tests to spot early warnings in healthy people. These tests look for things like α-synuclein and check for genetic risks. But wait, there's no cure yet. So, why bother gett
Parkinson's disease is a tricky condition. It affects movement and can make people feel really tired. But why? A study looked into this. It checked how exercise and daily habits play a role in fatigue for those with Parkinson's. First, let's talk about fatigue. It's not just feeling sleepy. It's a
Iowa's Democrats have a bold plan. They want to use money from education savings accounts (ESAs) to help with health care. Right now, 41, 044 students use these accounts to pay for private school. That costs the state $327. 9 million. Democrats say they could use some of that money to help over 100,
