Frailty Increases Parkinson’s Risk.
According to a recent study published in Neurology Today, frailty may increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease in older adults. The study followed over 2,000 participants, aged 65 and older, for a period of six years. The results showed that those who were considered frail at the start of the study were more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease than those who were not frail. Frailty is a condition characterized by a decline in physical and cognitive function, and it is often associated with aging. The study’s authors suggest that interventions aimed at reducing frailty may help lower the risk of Parkinson’s disease in older adults.