Phil Franchina, Author at American Parkinson Disease Association

New Study Indicates that New Cases of Parkinson’s Disease are 50% Higher than Past Estimates

Posted on January 3, 2023July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

The results of a new study show that the incidence of Parkinson’s disease (PD), or the number of new...see more cases diagnosed per year, is 50% higher than previously estimated. Instead of past estimates of 60,000 new cases of PD diagnosed per year, the new study determined that there are approximately 90,000 new cases of PD […]

YEAR-ROUND SUPPORT WITH A MONTHLY GIFT

Posted on January 2, 2023March 10, 2023 by Phil Franchina

PD doesn’t quit. It doesn’t take a break on weekends, after hours, or...see more during the holidays. But neither does APDA. And with your help as a monthly supporter, we can be there wherever and whenever individuals and families facing this chronic disease need us. You can make a difference […]

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT APDA

Posted on January 2, 2023January 18, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Free Two-Day Conference! Registration is now open for the APDA Virtual Parkinson’s Conference: Educate, Empower,...see more Engage taking place on February 15-16. We’ve got a fantastic two days lined up for you — chock full of topics that matter most to you and your loved ones. We’re excited to showcase great info, […]

ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT COGNITIVE CHANGES?

Posted on January 2, 2023January 11, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Changes in cognition can unfortunately be a common non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s disease...see more (PD). Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is an early stage of cognitive difficulty that does not interfere with independent living, yet the symptoms can still have an impact of your life – affecting your confidence and abilities […]

ASK THE DOCTOR” WITH DR. REBECCA GILBERT

Posted on January 2, 2023January 18, 2023 by Phil Franchina

“ Q: My friend was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s, but I am not...see more convinced that she has it. She was prescribed carbidopa/levodopa. Is there any harm in taking this medication if you do not have PD? A: It is not harmful to take carbidopa/levodopa if you do not have […]

THE IMPORTANCE OF TACKLING PD WITH A TEAM APPROACH

Posted on January 2, 2023January 11, 2023 by Phil Franchina

A Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis can be challenging — especially...see more when trying to navigate it on your own. For most, symptoms change over time, and having multiple people on your team with different areas of expertise will help you make informed decisions and feel supported along […]

Vibrating Gloves to Improve Parkinson’s Symptoms

Posted on December 22, 2022December 19, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Can wearing gloves alleviate Parkinson’s symptoms? You may have seen a recent episode of the TODAY show which highlighted...see more a fascinating device developed at Stanford University – a glove that imparts vibration to the fingertips in order to relieve Parkinson’s disease (PD) symptoms. In a small trial, participants wore the glove on each hand for […]

PD DURING THE HOLIDAYS: OUR TOP TIPS

Posted on September 22, 2022September 22, 2022 by Phil Franchina

The holiday season is right around the corner. Gift shopping, cooking, cleaning,...see more hosting friends and family, or traveling to see loved ones can feel overwhelming — especially when also navigating life with PD. Here are some tips to make the most of the holidays without creating additional work […]

NAVIGATING LIFE AS A CARE PARTNER

Posted on September 22, 2022October 7, 2022 by Phil Franchina

Being a care partner for someone with Parkinson’s disease (PD) has its rewards...see more and challenges. Dr. Gilbert spoke with Greg, a care partner of nearly 20 years. Taking care of someone with PD can be fulfilling and overwhelming at the same time. As someone who has been a long-term […]

“ASK THE DOCTOR” WITH DR. REBECCA GILBERT

Posted on September 22, 2022October 7, 2022 by Phil Franchina

“Ask the Doctor” with Dr. Rebecca Gilbert Q. My Parkinson’s symptoms started almost immediately after my kidney transplant surgery....see more Could the surgery have caused me to develop Parkinson’s disease (PD)? A. I have had a number of patients whose PD emerged after a major medical stress such as an organ transplant. It is possible that […]

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