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Depression may be early sign of Parkinson's disease

04-27-2007 · EurekAlert!

Depression may be an early symptom of Parkinson's disease, according to research that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 59th annual Meeting in Boston, April 28-May 5, 2007.

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