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Breakthrough treatment for Parkinson’s disease finally available in Australia
Walter Grkovic became the first patient in Australia to receive adaptive deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease on Tuesday at St Vincent's Hospital. The device adjusts stimulation based on brain activity, potentially transforming symptom management. Dr. Joel Maamery described it as a significant advancement in treatment for the debilitating neurological condition that affects over 150,000 Australians.
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