Phil Franchina, Author at American Parkinson Disease Association

Texas Makes History With $3 Million Investment in Brain Health

Posted on November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 by Phil Franchina

In a landmark decision for medical research and neurological health, Texans overwhelmingly voted YES on Proposition 14 on November...see more 4, 2025, approving a $3 billion investment in brain health research. This monumental step promises to accelerate progress toward the prevention and treatments for Parkinson’s disease (PD) and a range of other neurological conditions that impact […]

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES FIRST BRIDGE FUNDING AWARDS TO SUSTAIN CRITICAL PARKINSON’S RESEARCH

Posted on November 5, 2025November 5, 2025 by Phil Franchina

APDA responds rapidly to the...see more challenging funding climate with a bridge initiative supporting three promising researchers. NEW YORK, NY, NOVEMBER 5, 2025 – The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) today announced the recipients of its inaugural Bridge Funding Awards, a new […]

Does Weather Affect Parkinson’s Disease, & Other Questions Answered

Posted on October 27, 2025October 27, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Dr. Gilbert chats with Dr. Okeanis Vaou about how climate may affect PD Living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) often...see more means learning to adapt to changes in movement, thinking, and overall health. What many people don’t realize is that the environment, particularly temperature, humidity, and altitude—can also have a significant effect on symptoms. Recently, APDA’s Chief […]

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT APDA

Posted on September 24, 2025October 6, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Will we see you in Phoenix? Registration is now open for the World Parkinson Congress...see more (WPC), taking place in Phoenix, AZ in May 2026 — and we’d love to see you there! As a Double Platinum Champion Partner, APDA is excited to support this one-of-a-kind event that brings together the entire […]

PD VOICES MATTER: INTRODUCING THE VOICES OF PARKINSON’S COUNCIL

Posted on September 24, 2025October 5, 2025 by Phil Franchina

APDA recently launched its first Voices of Parkinson’s Council to...see more ensure that the perspectives and priorities of the Parkinson’s disease (PD) community are central to our work. The experiences and insights of people living with PD and their care partners help shape and enhance our programs, […]

APDA SUPPORTS FUTURE LEADERS IN PARKINSON’S RESEARCH

Posted on September 24, 2025October 3, 2025 by Phil Franchina

This past summer, APDA was proud to sponsor two exceptional undergraduate students...see more participating in the prestigious Barrow Neurological Institute Summer Undergraduate Internship Program in Phoenix, AZ. This highly competitive ten-week program immerses students in cutting-edge neurology research and provides hands-on experience in world-class laboratories. APDA’s sponsorship covers each […]

A NEW CHAPTER IN ADVOCACY AND IMPACT

Posted on September 24, 2025October 5, 2025 by Phil Franchina

APDA Launches Public Policy Department, Welcomes Anne Hubbard as Chief Public Policy...see more Officer The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) has taken a major step forward in its mission to support those impacted by Parkinson’s disease (PD) with the creation of a new Department of Public Policy and Advocacy. […]

“Ask the Doctor” with Rebecca Gilbert

Posted on September 24, 2025October 3, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Q: My husband has PD and has excessive sweating, to the point that...see more he doesn’t want to go out anymore. He needs to change clothes multiple times during the day and night. What can be done? A: Excessive sweating can be a very difficult symptom of PD. Here are […]

Parkinson’s Advocates Rally in D.C., Urge Congress to Boost Research Funding & Ban Parkinson’s-Linked Chemical

Posted on September 11, 2025September 11, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Washington, D.C. (September 9,...see more 2025) — Every six minutes, someone in the United States is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. This growing public health crisis costs Americans, their families and the U.S. government over $52 billion every year. This week, more […]

Today is the Parkinson’s National Day of Action – Get Involved!

Posted on September 9, 2025September 8, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Take action today (Tuesday, September 9) and join...see more APDA and thousands of policy advocates across the country today as we urge elected officials to support key policies that will help expand and advance important progress for PD. Led by the Unified Parkinson’s Advocacy Council […]

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