The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) began not...see more in a boardroom, but in a Staten Island, NY, living room in 1961. It was there that Sophia Esposito Maestrone, seeking a way to honor her late mother, Elena Esposito, chose to create something lasting — […]

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The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) has awarded $4.04 million in new research...see more funding for the 2025–2026 grant cycle. This marks a 55% increase in funding over last year. We are thrilled to share this major milestone in our ongoing mission to make hope possible. This investment supports a […]

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We are deeply honored to announce a transformational bequest of more than $7 million from...see more the Estate of Dorothy Zahars, one of the largest gifts in APDA history. Dorothy and her late husband, Harry, were beloved for their kindness and generosity, and this extraordinary legacy ensures their impact will be felt […]

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, MD, PhD Q: How does a neurologist diagnose normal pressure hydrocephalus as opposed...see more to Parkinson’s disease? My doctor is not sure which one I have. A: Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is a condition that happens when cerebrospinal fluid builds up inside your skull and presses on your brain, and […]

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Will we see you in Phoenix? Registration is now open for the World Parkinson Congress...see more (WPC), taking place in Phoenix, AZ in May 2026 — and we’d love to see you there! As a Double Platinum Champion Partner, APDA is excited to support this one-of-a-kind event that brings together the entire […]

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APDA recently launched its first Voices of Parkinson’s Council to...see more ensure that the perspectives and priorities of the Parkinson’s disease (PD) community are central to our work. The experiences and insights of people living with PD and their care partners help shape and enhance our programs, […]

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This past summer, APDA was proud to sponsor two exceptional undergraduate students...see more participating in the prestigious Barrow Neurological Institute Summer Undergraduate Internship Program in Phoenix, AZ. This highly competitive ten-week program immerses students in cutting-edge neurology research and provides hands-on experience in world-class laboratories. APDA’s sponsorship covers each […]

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APDA Launches Public Policy Department, Welcomes Anne Hubbard as Chief Public Policy...see more Officer The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) has taken a major step forward in its mission to support those impacted by Parkinson’s disease (PD) with the creation of a new Department of Public Policy and Advocacy. […]

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Q: My husband has PD and has excessive sweating, to the point that...see more he doesn’t want to go out anymore. He needs to change clothes multiple times during the day and night. What can be done? A: Excessive sweating can be a very difficult symptom of PD. Here are […]

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Have You Been Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease?  Do You Know or Care for Someone Who Has? The goal of...see more the REGENERATE-PD study is to test whether a new gene therapy (AB-1005) is safe and effective for patients with PD. This therapy aims to introduce working GDNF to your brain, which promotes the survival of brain […]

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