It’s true that Parkinson’s disease (PD) is often associated with motor...see more symptoms like tremors and stiffness. However, some of the earliest signs may be entirely non-motor. In fact, symptoms such as depression, constipation, loss of smell, sleep disturbances, or behavior disorders can appear years or even decades […]

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Join us for an Optimism Walk! We’ve got a full lineup of APDA Optimism Walks...see more this fall, and like Martin (see his story here), we’d love for you to be part of the fun! These inspiring events bring together the PD community for a day filled with connection, encouragement, and family-friendly […]

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Exercise is one of the most powerful tools available...see more to people living with Parkinson’s. It can help improve balance, flexibility, strength, and overall quality of life — and emerging research shows it might even help slow the progression of PD. A groundbreaking study called SPARX3 […]

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Q: My mother was just prescribed carbidopa/levodopa and she has been incredibly...see more sleepy since she started it. Could this be because of the medication? A: Carbidopa/levodopa can definitely cause fatigue, and your mother may be experiencing this side effect from the medication. When this happens, and the side […]

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When Martin Richter was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in 2013, it felt...see more like the world had caved in. Like many newly diagnosed individuals, he struggled with what the future might hold. But Martin made a choice to fight back. Martin’s symptoms began subtly: reduced handwriting, a shuffling walk, […]

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Registration is open! The third annual APDA Virtual Parkinson’s Conference will take place February 19-20,...see more and registration is now open! This is a do-not-miss program with something for everyone! Reserve your spot today and get ready for two days of the very latest PD info, hot topics, inspiration, community, and more! […]

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Romance, intimacy, and special connection can often take a backseat to Parkinson’s...see more disease. Life with PD can be challenging, and it can feel busy and overwhelming, especially as symptoms change or increase. For those who have a significant other, you might be missing the tender touches, spicy moments, […]

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Q: I was recently told that carbidopa/ levodopa doesn’t help tremor. Is...see more that true? A: No. Carbidopa/levodopa often helps tremor. However, in a certain percentage of people, tremors don’t respond well as other symptoms of PD such as slowness and stiffness. Movement disorder physicians measure whether medication doses […]

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As part of our 2024-2025...see more research funding, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) was proud to award Danielle Shpiner, MD, an APDA Diversity in Parkinson’s Disease Research Grant, which is given to investigators exploring health inequities and/or differences among under-studied Parkinson’s […]

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From genetic causes of PD to the neurobiology of cognitive dysfunction, APDA-funded...see more researchers begin new work. The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) recently awarded $2.6 million to support innovative Parkinson’s disease (PD) research for the 2024-2025 funding year. Exciting projects will tackle a wide range of key areas […]

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