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Can Parkinson's Disease be Cured?

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Updated March 04, 2006

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Question: Can Parkinson's Disease be Cured?
Answer: No, there is no cure for Parkinson's disease. There are, however many treatment options such as medication and surgery to help manage the symptoms. Research is ongoing. Stem cell research offers hope in the future for people with Parkinson's disease.

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