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Parkinson’s Symptoms Beyond Movement

Posted on October 13, 2026October 13, 2026 by APDA

Smart Patients Blog Series 3 of 5: Dr. Gilbert Discusses Non-Motor Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease This article is Part...see more 3 in our Smart Patients Blog Series Although Parkinson’s disease (PD) is often viewed as a movement disorder, many patients find that non-motor symptoms have an equally significant impact on daily life. Cognitive changes, fatigue, sleep […]

Scientific Themes Emerging from WPC 2026

Posted on October 1, 2026October 1, 2026 by APDA

The World Parkinson Congress (WPC) gathers researchers, clinicians, and people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) from around the world...see more every three years. At the 7th WPC in Phoenix this May, several scientific themes surfaced again and again. Many questions remain open, but these themes show where PD research and care are headed. We’re sharing them […]

FDA Approves Tavapadon: A New Treatment Option for Parkinson’s

Posted on September 29, 2026September 29, 2026 by APDA

A new treatment option for Parkinson’s disease (PD) just received...see more approval. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved JUVMO (tavapadon) for PD treatment in adults. The once-daily oral medication can be used either alone or alongside levodopa, providing another option for managing motor symptoms […]

APDA Advocacy in Action: Why Medicare Payment Policy Matters

Posted on September 24, 2026September 24, 2026 by APDA

Medicare Payment Policy Can Affect People with Parkinson’s Access to Care When most people hear the phrase “Medicare payment...see more policy,” their eyes glaze over. It sounds technical, bureaucratic, and far removed from daily life. But for people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and other chronic conditions, Medicare payment policy shapes whether care is available, affordable, […]

Parkinson’s Perspectives: Musicians with Parkinson’s

Posted on September 15, 2026September 15, 2026 by APDA

Perspectives from People with Parkinson’s At the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA), we know that some of the most...see more powerful insights about Parkinson’s disease (PD) come from the people affected by it. Their perspectives – the challenges, victories, and hard-won wisdom – can be incredibly valuable to those on a similar path and others who […]

The Different Medications of Parkinson’s Explained

Posted on September 3, 2026September 3, 2026 by APDA

Smart Patients Blog Series 2 of 5: Dr. Gilbert Discusses Parkinson’s Disease Medications This article is part 2 in...see more our Smart Patients Blog Series Parkinson’s disease (PD) medications continue to expand, which is giving patients more options than ever before. However, choosing between different formulations, delivery systems, and add-on therapies can be confusing. This post […]

Special Edition: “Ask the Physical Therapist” with Teresa Baker

Posted on September 2, 2026September 9, 2026 by APDA

Special guest expert! October is National Physical Therapy Month and...see more to commemorate the month and to spotlight the important role physical therapy (PT) can play in a life with Parkinson’s, we invited Teresa Baker, PT, DPT, a board-certified clinical specialist in neurologic physical therapy from Boston […]

One Person’s Story. Thousands of Reasons For Hope.

Posted on August 27, 2026September 21, 2026 by APDA

APDA Northwest Chapter Board Member Jake Miller joined the APDA Optimism...see more Walk with one goal: to share his Parkinson’s journey and invite others to support an organization and cause that has become deeply meaningful to him. The response has been extraordinary. Currently, Jake has raised more than […]

Helping People with PD Thrive Through Signature Programs

Posted on August 27, 2026August 27, 2026 by APDA

At APDA, every Signature Program is thoughtfully designed in collaboration with...see more people living with PD, care partners, healthcare professionals, and community leaders. That way, we can make sure they address real needs at every stage of the PD journey. Each program is carefully developed and refined before […]

Research You Can Understand. Progress You Can Celebrate

Posted on August 27, 2026September 9, 2026 by APDA

Parkinson’s disease research is advancing at an exciting pace, but let’s...see more be honest: it can also feel overwhelming. Scientific terms and complex studies can make it seem like researchers are speaking an entirely different language. The good news? You don’t need a PhD to appreciate why these […]

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