The results of a new study show that the incidence of Parkinson’s disease (PD), or the number of new...see more
Vibrating Gloves to Improve Parkinson’s Symptoms
You may have seen a recent episode of the TODAY show which highlighted a fascinating device developed at Stanford...see more
APDA-Funded Research Discovers New Role of Alpha Synuclein
In an exciting new study, researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA, led by APDA Cotzias Fellowship*...see more
EXCITING GENETIC DISCOVERIES FUNDED BY APDA
May 6, 2021 In an exciting new study, researchers at the APDA Center for Advanced Research at Brigham and...see more
New Clinical Use for Gocovri
Adamas announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Gocovri for a second indication – as an add-on...see more
New technology from Abbott allows for remote programming of DBS device
Abbott, one of the manufacturers of deep brain stimulation (DBS) devices for Parkinson’s disease (PD) recently released NeuroSphereTM Virtual...see more
Want to Join A Virtual Support Group?
If you would like to attend a support group while staying safe at home, we can help! The Virginia...see more
APDA CENTER AT BRIGHAM AND WOMEN’S HOSPITAL REPORTS EXCITING CORRELATION BETWEEN GLUCOCEREBROSIDASE ACTIVITY AND PARKINSON’S DISEASE
In an exciting new study, researchers at the APDA-funded Center studied the relationship between the activity of the glucocerebrosidase...see more
New Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Technology Now Available
Medtronic announces introduction of Percept PC Neurostimulator with Brainsense Technology On June 26, 2020 Medtronic announced the introduction of...see more
A statement from APDA in this time of unrest
All of us at the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) support equality for all and reject racism. Our programs...see more