Intel played a leading role in wearables study which monitored symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

The Michael J. Fox Foundation teamed up with Intel to develop applications and equipment which provided continuous monitoring and recording of data about individuals suffering from Parkinson’s disease.



Actor Michael J. Fox, of Back to the Future and Family Ties fame, started the foundation after he was diagnosed with the degenerative neurological disorder back in the year 2000.



Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological disorder. It affects one’s ability to control motor function and impacts balance, coordination, loss of sensory ability, speaking, and a decline in intellectual function. ...



from PhoneArena - News http://ift.tt/1uZC91G