APDA In The News

APDA’s Dr. Rebecca Gilbert discusses the links between paraquat and Parkinson’s and the important need to stop the production, distribution, and use of paraquat in the United States. 

As a special guest on The Art of Medicine podcast, Dr. Rebecca Gilbert discusses the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and the importance of dopaminergic medications and regular exercise to improve quality of life. They discuss the intriguing and still unexplained observation that music can enhance movement in people with PD, along with APDA’s new “Do What You Love” public service announcement. Dr. Gilbert covers recent advances in PD treatment, including adaptive deep brain stimulation and subcutaneous infusion pumps, as well as ongoing efforts to develop biomarkers that can diagnose the disease at an earlier stage.

Carlos Velez, who is featured in APDA’s “Do What You Love” public service announcement, speaks about how his Parkinson’s diagnosis at the age of 46 was hard to accept, the benefits of talking to his family and others about PD, how community and laughter are a source of strength and support, and how his passion for beekeeping calms him and his tremor.

Dr. Rebecca Gilbert, and other experts, comment on how dietary patterns may influence Parkinson’s risk, age at onset and possibly severity of symptoms.

Article highlights APDA’s awareness and education activities (among others) for PD Awareness Month, including quotes from APDA President & CEO, Leslie A., Chambers.

Article about the announcement that Syngenta will stop producing paraquat and what that does and doesn’t mean for the PD community. APDA’s Anne Hubbard comments.

Learn how APDA, along with other advocacy organizations, is pushing for action to align federal policy with more than 70 countries that have already banned paraquat. APDA’s Chief Public Policy Officer Anne Hubbard weighs in.

Dr. Rebecca Gilbert shares practical insights about recognizing early clinical features, the role of diagnostic tools, how clinicians can support patients during the critical early stages of the disease, and how APDA provides education, resources, support, and community to help navigate this disease

Article about how APDA, along with other leading PD organizations, is urging U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to move forward with implementation of the National Parkinson’s Project.

APDA President & CEO Leslie A. Chambers talks about her reflections on past WPC events, the benefits and importance of WPC, APDA’s organizational priorities and impactful resources, and so much more.