Phil Franchina, Author at American Parkinson Disease Association

TWO DAYS OF EDUCATION & INSPIRATION

Posted on March 10, 2023July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

With more than 3,000 registrants, 25+ speakers, and 20 different sessions, the two-day...see more APDA Virtual Parkinson’s Conference was an important opportunity to bring the PD community together. Designed to educate, empower, and engage attendees, the conference offered an exciting line-up of healthcare experts, personal stories, and energizing activities. Highlights […]

LEARNING MORE ABOUT HOW LIFSTYLE AFFECTS PD

Posted on March 10, 2023July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Are you or a loved one living with PD? Are you curious...see more to know how lifestyle habits can impact your journey with the disease? Below, we share insight into two health-related topics — sleep and probiotics — and how they interact with PD. Sleep & PD: How Are […]

APRIL IS PARKINSON’S DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH

Posted on March 10, 2023July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) Awareness Month is the perfect time to show your support...see more for the PD community. Let’s come together and raise awareness for this disease as we continue to share hope and strength with everyone living with PD and their loved ones. Read our tips below on how […]

TIPS FROM A SOCIAL WORKER:

Posted on March 10, 2023July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

How Can Social Workers Help? Social Workers serve as advocates, navigators, counselors, advisors, facilitators,...see more and champions, whose objective is to help improve the quality of life of every person they serve. They are highly-trained professionals with a Master of Social Work degree and required to be professionally licensed in the […]

“ASK THE DOCTOR” WITH DR. REBECCA GILBERT

Posted on March 10, 2023July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

Q: My husband was just told that he may have Parkinson’s disease...see more — where do we go from here? A: A diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD) can be overwhelming but with the right information and medical care, your husband will hopefully be able to continue living his best […]

COMMUNITY, SUPPORT & BOXING:

Posted on March 10, 2023July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

One couple’s recipe for PD success After experiencing rigidness and fatigue, Lynda was diagnosed with...see more Parkinson’s disease (PD) at the age of 54. Like many people in her position, she was in denial at first. Fortunately, her husband of 22 years, Michael, was not only there to be her solid support […]

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION BRINGS TOP EXPERTS & PD COMMUNITY TOGETHER FOR FREE TWO-DAY VIRTUAL EVENTDESIGNED TO EDUCATE, EMPOWER & ENGAGE

Posted on February 2, 2023February 2, 2023 by Phil Franchina

More than 1,700 already registered!Two days of education and inspiration, 25 speakers, live Q&A sessions, and more! February 15-16,...see more 2023 NEW YORK, NY – January 30, 2023 – The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is hosting a very special two-day free virtual conference for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and their care partners on February 15 […]

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, […]

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TWO DAYS OF EDUCATION & INSPIRATION

LEARNING MORE ABOUT HOW LIFSTYLE AFFECTS PD

APRIL IS PARKINSON’S DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH

TIPS FROM A SOCIAL WORKER:

“ASK THE DOCTOR” WITH DR. REBECCA GILBERT

COMMUNITY, SUPPORT & BOXING:

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION BRINGS TOP EXPERTS & PD COMMUNITY TOGETHER FOR FREE TWO-DAY VIRTUAL EVENTDESIGNED TO EDUCATE, EMPOWER & ENGAGE

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

YEAR-ROUND SUPPORT WITH A MONTHLY GIFT

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT APDA

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