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In Memoriam – Joel M. Gerstel

Posted on March 3, 2013March 6, 2017 by css-admin

The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) mourns the passing of Mr. Joel M....see more Gerstel, its former President and CEO who passionately served the organization and the Parkinson’s community as a national board member and then as its Chief Staff leader for over 30 years. Mr. Gerstel was born and […]

How Parkinson’s Might Affect Your Friends

Posted on March 3, 2013March 6, 2017 by css-admin

Human interaction is one of the essential components of well-being. It is not...see more unusual, however, for young people with Parkinson’s disease to begin limiting their personal or professional activities in order to hide symptoms like tremor and slurred or slow speech from friends and co-workers. It may seem easier […]

How Parkinson’s Could Affect Your Partner/Spouse

Posted on March 3, 2013November 9, 2017 by css-admin

When you are married or involved in a committed relationship, Parkinson’s disease is something...see more that happens to both of you. Having Parkinson’s can change the dynamics of the relationship, the family, and both partner’s career roles and responsibilities. In addition to the movement symptoms associated with Parkinson’s, non-motor symptoms such as […]

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