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“Ask the Doctor” with Dr. Rebecca Gilbert

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

Q. Do the medications for PD cause nightmares? I sometimes wake up...see more screaming as if I just had a nightmare. I don’t remember the dreams, so this symptom doesn’t bother me too much, although it bothers my wife! A. There are two potential explanations for what you are […]

APDA Advances Parkinson’s Priorities

Posted on August 24, 2026August 24, 2026 by APDA

The second Advisory Council on Parkinson’s Research, Care, and Services (ACPRCS) took place on August...see more 24, 2026. Below are key takeaways and next steps, along with ways for you to inform the Council’s efforts to develop a national strategy to prevent, diagnose, treat, and ultimately cure Parkinson’s disease (PD). August 24 […]

American Parkinson Disease Association Launches Spanish-Language Microsite, Expanding Support for Underserved Parkinson’s Community

Posted on August 24, 2026August 24, 2026 by APDA

NEW YORK, NY, AUGUST 24, 2026 – The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) today announced the launch of a...see more new Spanish-language microsite, expanding access to critical information and resources for Spanish-speaking people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and their care partners and families. With a mission to provide the support, education, research, and community that […]

The Impact of APDA Community Initiatives

Posted on August 18, 2026August 18, 2026 by APDA

The World Parkinson Congress (WPC) is an international conference that takes place every three years and brings together researchers,...see more clinicians, people with Parkinson’s disease (PD), care partners, and PD advocates to share information on the science of PD as well as the best clinical, wellness, and exercise practices to better the lives of people with […]

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION TO HOST FOURTH ANNUAL VIRTUAL PARKINSON’S CONFERENCE

Posted on August 17, 2026August 17, 2026 by APDA

September 16 & 17, 2026 – Free two-day...see more event returns to educate, empower, and engage the Parkinson’s community NEW YORK, NY, AUGUST 17, 2026 – Following the overwhelming success of its first three years, which drew more than 9,000 registrants combined, the American Parkinson […]

California moves to phase out paraquat

Posted on August 11, 2026August 11, 2026 by APDA

Momentum Builds to End Paraquat Use and Protect the Parkinson’s Community On August 10, the California Department of Pesticide...see more Regulation announced that all manufacturers of pesticide products containing paraquat-dichloride had voluntarily canceled their product registrations in California, beginning a phase-out of paraquat use in the state. The message is clear: science, advocacy, and public health […]

Circadian Rhythm Disorders and Parkinson’s Disease

Posted on August 4, 2026August 4, 2026 by APDA

Uncovering more about how Parkinson’s may affect circadian rhythm Every person has an internal clock known as the circadian...see more rhythm which regulates many essential biological functions throughout the course of the 24-hour day. There is increasing evidence that Parkinson’s disease (PD) can cause disturbances that alter a person’s circadian rhythm and could influence symptoms, treatment […]

Parkinson’s Research at Emory University’s APDA Center for Advanced Research

Posted on July 21, 2026July 21, 2026 by APDA

Each one of APDA’s nine Centers for Advanced Research conducts an exceptional array of Parkinson’s disease (PD) research activities,...see more and we will highlight each one through the A Closer Look blog. In past blogs, we have introduced you to our Centers for Advanced Research at Yale and at Washington University. Today we will spotlight our research center […]

What’s Happening at APDA

Posted on July 9, 2026August 7, 2026 by APDA

Have you seen it yet?? If you haven’t already seen APDA’s new “Do What You...see more Love” public service announcement, watch it today! It celebrates the resilience, strength, and optimism of people with PD and encourages them to keep doing the things they love, even if they have to do them differently. […]

APDA Launches New Spanish-Language Website

Posted on July 9, 2026August 20, 2026 by APDA

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new Spanish-language website, expanding access to...see more trusted PD information and resources for Spanish-speaking individuals, families, and care partners. The site offers educational content about PD, treatment options, symptom management, caregiving, and support services, all presented in Spanish to help reduce language barriers […]

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