Phil Franchina, Author at American Parkinson Disease Association

SAGE THERAPEUTICS CLINICAL RESEARCH

Posted on October 12, 2023October 12, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Clinical Research Study in Mild Cognitive Impairment associated with Parkinson’s Disease (PD-MCI) The PRECEDENT study...see more is evaluating an investigational treatment for cognitive deficits such as memory and attention in Parkinson’s. This phase 2 study is sponsored by Sage Therapeutics, Inc. and is recruiting people aged 50 to 75 years who are […]

APDA’s ParkinSex Triumphs with Three Prestigious Industry Awards; Celebrated for Redefining & Rebuilding Intimacy for People with Parkinson’s

Posted on October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 by Phil Franchina

American Parkinson Disease Association’s innovative resource for people with Parkinson’s takes home Titanium ‘Best In Show’ Award, among others...see more NEW YORK, NY, October 11, 2023 – At the MM+M Awards last week, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) won three highly coveted awards for its unique ParkinSex resource which was launched earlier in 2023. APDA’s […]

UPDATE: The National Plan to End Parkinson’s

Posted on October 5, 2023October 5, 2023 by Phil Franchina

In 2022, the U.S. House of Representatives introduced the National Plan to End...see more Parkinson’s Act – the first-ever legislation in Congress focusing on curing and preventing Parkinson’s disease (PD) and ensuring quality care for those living with the disease. Unfortunately, the bill did not pass at that time, but […]

APDA supports groundbreaking research into Circular RNA and its role in brain health and disease

Posted on September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 by Phil Franchina

In a recently published...see more study, a team of researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, spearheaded by Drs. Xianjun Dong and Clemens Scherzer, studied an under-explored type of RNA, called circular RNA (circRNA) and its relationship to brain disease. APDA is […]

Hope in Progress: American Parkinson Disease Association Supports Researchers With $1.975 Million in New Funding

Posted on September 7, 2023September 7, 2023 by Phil Franchina

From understanding levodopa induced dyskinesias to exploring environmental risk factors of PD, APDA-funded researchers pursue cutting-edge studies NEW YORK,...see more NY, September 7, 2023 – The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) has just awarded $1.975 million to support innovative Parkinson’s disease (PD) research for the 2023-2024 funding year. The funded research projects will delve into key […]

Diversity in Parkinson’s Disease Research Grant

Posted on September 4, 2023September 4, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Diversity in Parkinson’s Disease Research Grant: Academic Year 2026-2027 Letter of Intent open: Nov 28, 2025 Letter of Intent...see more due: Jan 30, 2026 Invitation for full application: March 20, 2026 Full Application due: June 5, 2026 Award details One year grant up to a maximum of $75,000 will be awarded to research scientists (MD, MD/PhD, […]

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION LAUNCHES PROFESSIONAL TRAINING COURSE TO EDUCATE ABOUT ADVANCED PARKINSON’S DISEASE

Posted on August 7, 2023August 7, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Specialized online course trains home health aides, nursing home staff, andvisiting nurses how to manage progressing symptoms and better...see more care for peoplewith advanced Parkinson’s disease NEW YORK, NY, July 31, 2023 – Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder and although the rate of progression varies significantly from person to person, progression itself is […]

Presence Hallucinations as an Early Indicator of Cognitive Decline in Parkinson’s Disease

Posted on June 30, 2023July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Parkinson’s disease (PD) psychosis, which includes hallucinations...see more and delusions, can frequently occur as PD advances. Hallucinations involve seeing, hearing, experiencing or sensing things that are not there. Delusions are false beliefs that are not based in reality, such as thinking that someone is […]

PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR PD

Posted on June 26, 2023June 26, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Walking and balance challenges are common issues for people with PD. Mobility can provide you...see more with independence and an increased quality of life, so it is important to do all that you can to maintain mobility, while also keeping yourself safe. Physical therapy (PT) can be an important part of your […]

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT APDA

Posted on June 26, 2023June 26, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Tell Us Your Story! We want to hear your personal PD story of optimism. Submit...see more your own story and to read other stories of inspiration and honesty in our Story Gallery. Your story could help another person on their own journey, and that’s pretty amazing. Every story can make a difference […]

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