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Parkinson’s Advocacy: A Conversation with Anne Hubbard, APDA’s Chief Public Policy Officer

Posted on December 9, 2025December 9, 2025 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

In August 2025, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) welcomed Anne Hubbard as its first-ever Chief Public Policy Officer,...see more marking a major step forward in strengthening the organization’s voice in public policy and advocacy. Anne now leads APDA’s newly created Department of Public Policy & Advocacy, where she is developing a comprehensive strategy to promote […]

Parkinson’s Disease Advocacy at APDA

Posted on December 9, 2025December 9, 2025 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

We’re at a Turning Point for Parkinson’s — Your Story Can Help Move Congress The Parkinson’s disease (PD) community...see more is currently facing both urgent challenges and real opportunities. More than 90,000 Americans are diagnosed each year, and over 1 million people are living with Parkinson’s nationwide. At the same time, new legislation, scientific progress, and […]

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