PD doesn’t quit. It doesn’t take a break on weekends, after hours, or...see more during the holidays. But neither does APDA. And with your help as a monthly supporter, we can be there wherever and whenever individuals and families facing this chronic disease need us. You can make a difference […]

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Free Two-Day Conference! Registration is now open for the APDA Virtual Parkinson’s Conference: Educate, Empower,...see more Engage taking place on February 15-16. We’ve got a fantastic two days lined up for you — chock full of topics that matter most to you and your loved ones. We’re excited to showcase great info, […]

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Changes in cognition can unfortunately be a common non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s disease...see more (PD). Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is an early stage of cognitive difficulty that does not interfere with independent living, yet the symptoms can still have an impact of your life – affecting your confidence and abilities […]

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“ Q: My friend was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s, but I am not...see more convinced that she has it. She was prescribed carbidopa/levodopa. Is there any harm in taking this medication if you do not have PD? A: It is not harmful to take carbidopa/levodopa if you do not have […]

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A Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis can be challenging — especially...see more when trying to navigate it on your own. For most, symptoms change over time, and having multiple people on your team with different areas of expertise will help you make informed decisions and feel supported along […]

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The holiday season is right around the corner. Gift shopping, cooking, cleaning,...see more hosting friends and family, or traveling to see loved ones can feel overwhelming — especially when also navigating life with PD. Here are some tips to make the most of the holidays without creating additional work […]

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Being a care partner for someone with Parkinson’s disease (PD) has its rewards...see more and challenges. Dr. Gilbert spoke with Greg, a care partner of nearly 20 years. Taking care of someone with PD can be fulfilling and overwhelming at the same time. As someone who has been a long-term […]

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“Ask the Doctor” with Dr. Rebecca Gilbert  Q. My Parkinson’s symptoms started almost immediately after my kidney transplant surgery....see more Could the surgery have caused me to develop Parkinson’s disease (PD)? A. I have had a number of patients whose PD emerged after a major medical stress such as an organ transplant. It is possible that […]

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When Mike Adkinson’s brother Dan...see more was diagnosed with PD, Mike and his family wanted to learn more about the devastating effects of this disease. As the disease currently has no cure, Mike decided to raise awareness in his own unique way […]

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Parkinson’s Disease (PD) research is ever-changing, with new treatments and medications being...see more explored and developed all the time. Some of the most exciting research initiatives are targeting neuroprotection, as well as motor and non-motor symptoms. As these research projects and clinical trials are underway, the American Parkinson Disease […]

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