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 […]

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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 nearly $170,000, […]

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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 […]

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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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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 […]

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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. […]

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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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The APDA team was proud to join nearly 4,000...see more attendees from 62 countries at the World Parkinson Congress (WPC), where people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD), care partners, researchers, and healthcare professionals came together to learn, connect, and inspire one another. As a Double Platinum […]

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Progress is officially underway! The first meeting of...see more the Advisory Council on Parkinson’s Research, Care, and Services in June marked an important step forward in the national effort to prevent, diagnose, treat, and ultimately cure Parkinson’s disease and related disorders. During the inaugural meeting, […]

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Creating a will is one of the most meaningful ways to care for the people...see more and causes you love. Planning ahead brings peace of mind and ensures your wishes are clearly documented, helping protect your loved ones while creating a lasting impact for the future. August is National Make-A-Will Month, making […]

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