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What is Parkinson’s Disease?

This section will help you understand the basics of Parkinson’s disease, how it affects the brain, its symptoms and ongoing research.
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Living with Parkinson’s Disease

Once you are diagnosed with PD, your focus should be on improving your symptoms and maintaining an active and positive lifestyle. This section covers ways to manage symptoms like engaging in regular exercise, eating healthy, exploring medication and treatment options, and assembling your health care team.

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Browse our extensive library of Parkinson’s resources. Watch webinars, download our latest publications, and read articles — all filterable by the topic you would like to learn more about.

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We are committed to scientific research and have been a funding partner in many major Parkinson’s disease scientific breakthroughs, investing more than $65 million in research since 1961. Read about what we fund and explore opportunities for funding.
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The complicated world of genetic testing for Parkinson’s disease

Posted on December 17, 2024December 18, 2024 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Dr. Gilbert describes the complicated world of genetic testing for Parkinson’s...see more disease

Genetic Research in Under-studied Populations: An Interview with APDA Researcher, Dr. Karen Nuytemans

Posted on July 14, 2020May 30, 2023 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Parkinson’s Disease & Genetics in the Hispanic Population Today we continue our Interview with APDA Researchers series to bring you...see more a closer look at some of the dedicated APDA-funded researchers who are working tirelessly to understand the mysteries of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Our guest today is Dr. Karen Nuytemans, a Research Assistant Professor in the John […]

APDA Helped Unlock the Mysteries of Genes that Cause Parkinson’s Disease

Posted on September 18, 2018August 19, 2019 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

A fascinating look at the history of APDA’s role...see more in genetics of PD research. Learn how researchers pioneered a new understanding of genetics’ role in PD.

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