American Parkinson Disease Association

What is Parkinson’s Disease?
What is Parkinson’s Disease?

This section will help you understand the basics of Parkinson’s Disease, how Parkinson’s Disease affects the brain, its symptoms and ongoing research. Learn More
Education & Support
Parkinson’s Resource Library

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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Research
Research

We are committed to scientific research and have been a funding partner in many major Parkinson’s disease scientific breakthroughs, investing more than $51 million in research since 1961. Read about what we fund and explore opportunities for funding.
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Get Involved
Get Involved

As the country’s largest grassroots Parkinson’s organization, we rely on the community to help us in our cause. Join our community today.

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Iowa

Iowa Optimism Walk

APDA Iowa Events Iowa Optimism Walk

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APDA Iowa 2023 Optimism Walk
September 30, 2023
Principal Park in Des Moines

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Thank you to all who joined us at the 2022 Optimism Walk.

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