Parkinson’s Perspectives: Musicians with Parkinson’s

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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 […]

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The Different Medications of Parkinson’s Explained

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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 […]

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APDA Advances Parkinson’s Priorities

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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 […]

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

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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 […]

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The Impact of APDA Community Initiatives

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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 […]

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California moves to phase out paraquat

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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 […]

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Circadian Rhythm Disorders and Parkinson’s Disease

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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 […]

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

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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 […]

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