www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-27 12:48:42

SUMMARY: Retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre announced his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis while testifying about welfare reform in Congress. Neurology consultant Paige Sanders discussed Parkinson’s, a progressive movement disorder caused by the breakdown of nerve cells in the brain, leading to decreased dopamine levels. Symptoms include resting tremors, shuffling gait, stiffness, and difficulties with daily tasks. While head injuries may increase athletes’ risk for Parkinson’s, most cases are idiopathic. There’s no cure, and treatments mainly involve medications and therapies to manage symptoms. Athletes, particularly older males, are at higher risk, but Parkinson’s affects a broad range of individuals.

Anchor Tanya Carter spoke with Paige Sanders of Neurology Consultants of North Mississippi about Parkinson’s Disease.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-27 12:43:42

SUMMARY: A search warrant in Tupelo resulted in the arrest of five individuals on various drug and human trafficking charges. Arrington Dancy and Jaquet Simmons were arrested, with Dancy facing drug trafficking charges related to heroin, meth, and hydrocodone. Simmons faces similar drug charges along with human trafficking offenses. Additionally, three women were arrested on possession of heroin charges. The arrests occurred at a home on Grab Apple Drive during a raid conducted by local drug agents. In related news, Governor Tate has reappointed officials to their positions.

An investigation into drug and human trafficking resulted in five arrests in Tupelo.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-27 12:43:21

SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves appointed Saltillo attorney Jason Herring as the district attorney for the First Circuit Court District, replacing John Wed. This district includes Alcorn, Benton, Lee, Monroe, Prentiss, and Tishomingo counties. Herring, a practicing attorney since 1998, previously served as the city attorney for Saltillo. His term will start on October 15th and will last until a special election fills the position.

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves announced the new district attorney for the First Circuit Court District in the northeastern part of the state.

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