23rd Annual Parkinson’s Symposium
In-person and Virtual – March 29, 2025 23rd Annual Parkinson's Symposium Join us this year for our 23rd Annual Parkinson’s Disease Symposium for patients, caregivers and healthcare providers. This year,…
In-person and Virtual – March 29, 2025 23rd Annual Parkinson's Symposium Join us this year for our 23rd Annual Parkinson’s Disease Symposium for patients, caregivers and healthcare providers. This year,…
By: Grace Huff Dawn Bowers, Ph.D., ABPP-CN A recent study highlights a potential link between selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), a widely prescribed class of antidepressants, and increased apathy levels in individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Apathy, a non-motor symptom that affects motivation, emotional engagement, and goal-directed behavior, is a…
By: Grace Huff Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing healthcare, and at the heart of this transformation are foundation models (FMs), large-scale deep learning systems trained on massive datasets. In their recent paper, A Comprehensive Survey of Foundation Models in Medicine, researchers Wasif Khan and…
The Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health remains committed to advancing research at the intersection of nutrition and neurological health. As part of this mission, Kaylyn Koons, a researcher in the UF Food Science and Human Nutrition Department, has made significant contributions through…
By: Grace Huff For Dr. Vinata Vedam-Mai, movement has always been more than just physical expression—it has been a lifelong connection to her mother. Growing up in India, her mother ran a small dance school from their home, filling the space with rhythm, creativity, and energy. Dance was woven…
By: Mallory Bachmann A Milestone Reached The Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases celebrated five years of groundbreaking work at the Fixel Campus this year. Since opening its doors in July 2019, the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases has served approximately 150,000 patients—each life transformed through cutting-edge research and…
By: Emily Truscott, MS, RD, LD Protein is an essential nutrient made of smaller building blocks called amino acids. These amino acids are important for repairing muscles after exercise, supporting communication between cells, and strengthening the immune system. Protein also plays a key role in brain health as many chemical reactions…
By: Grace Huff The holiday season is often regarded as a time for joy, togetherness, and tradition. For many families, the rituals of decorating, cooking, and celebrating offer a sense of continuity and connection. However, for seniors living with cognitive impairment or Alzheimer’s disease, the holidays can present both emotional…
By: Grace Huff At the Start & Spark event hosted by the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases on Nov. 19, 2024, Dr. Abbas Babajani, PhD, captivated the audience with a discussion on the future of AI-driven mind reading and its transformative potential for healthcare, particularly in neurological…