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A Closer Look with Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

A Closer Look aims to address both timely and timeless topics related to Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD). In addition, we focus on practical, take-home tips that can be gleaned from the information discussed. We also want to address topics that are of interest to you, our readers, people impacted by PD who are striving to live each day to the fullest. We encourage you to suggest blog topics.

Dr. Rebecca Gilbert, APDA, Chief Mission Officer
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The relationship between stress, anxiety and Parkinsonโ€™s disease

Posted on June 17, 2019April 22, 2024 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

The relationship between stress, anxiety and Parkinsonโ€™s disease

Anxiety can be caused by PD, while stress and anxiety can make PD worse. Read about different methods to help break the cycle.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Living with Parkinson'sTagged Mental Health

Menopause & PD: An Interview with APDA Researcher Dr. Roberta Marongiu

Posted on June 10, 2019May 31, 2023 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Menopause & PD: An Interview with APDA Researcher Dr. Roberta Marongiu

Pre-menopausal women have a reduced risk of developing PD as compared to men and post-menopausal women, suggesting estrogen plays an important role in prevention.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Profiles in Parkinson's, Research

APDAโ€™s Diversity in Parkinsonโ€™s Disease Research Conference 2019

Posted on June 3, 2019July 12, 2023 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

APDAโ€™s Diversity in Parkinsonโ€™s Disease Research Conference 2019

APDA held the first Diversity in Parkinsonโ€™s Disease Research Conference. on 5/17/19 to address urgent needs surrounding PD in diverse, under-served communities.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Research

American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting 2019 – Highlights

Posted on May 14, 2019July 12, 2023 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting 2019 – Highlights

Our team shares 12 highlights related to Parkinsonโ€™s research from the 2019 American Academy of Neurology Meeting.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Research

The Role of Certain Diets for People with Parkinsonโ€™s disease

Posted on May 7, 2019March 18, 2024 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

The Role of Certain Diets for People with Parkinsonโ€™s disease

Dr. Gilbert discusses common diets often talked about by those with Parkinsonโ€™s, and whether these particular diets are beneficial for someone with Parkinsonโ€™s disease.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Living with Parkinson's

What We Know (and Donโ€™t Know) about Taking Particular Foods & Supplements for PD

Posted on April 29, 2019March 18, 2024 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

What We Know (and Donโ€™t Know) about Taking Particular Foods & Supplements for PD

Dr. Gilbert dives into what the latest science says about whether certain foods, probiotics, or antioxidants can help treat or prevent Parkinsonโ€™s.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Living with Parkinson'sTagged Diet and Nutrition

What we know about avoiding particular foods & supplements for Parkinsonโ€™s

Posted on April 22, 2019March 18, 2024 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

What we know about avoiding foods & supplements for Parkinsonโ€™s

A look at what we know and what we donโ€™t know about foods and supplements to be avoided for people with Parkinsonโ€™s disease.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Living with Parkinson'sTagged Diet and Nutrition

Alpha-synuclein โ€“ then and now, with Dr. Alice Lazzarini

Posted on April 15, 2019November 19, 2019 by Guest Author

Alpha-synuclein โ€“ then and now, with guest blogger, Dr. Alice Lazzarini

Renowned researcher Alice Lazzarini, PhD chronicles the connection between pฮฑ-syn, tau, and mitochondrial degradation, and how it may lead to new treatments.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Profiles in Parkinson's, Research

Employment and Parkinsonโ€™s disease

Posted on March 27, 2019May 30, 2023 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Employment and Parkinson’s disease

Many people with Parkinsonโ€™s continue to work after their diagnosis. Navigating the nuances of disclosure and managing symptoms can be a difficult task.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Living with Parkinson's

Parkinson’s Disease in African Americans: Interview with Parkinsonโ€™s Researcher, Dr. Tao Xie

Posted on March 12, 2019May 31, 2023 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Parkinson’s Disease in African Americans: Interview with Parkinsonโ€™s Researcher, Dr. Tao Xie

Dr. Gilbert interviews the Medical Director of the University of Chicago APDA Information and Referral Center

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Profiles in Parkinson's, Research

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The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is a nationwide grassroots network dedicated to fighting Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD) and works tirelessly to help the approximately one million with PD in the United States live life to the fullest in the face of this chronic, neurological disorder. Founded in 1961, APDA has raised and invested more than $313 million to provide outstanding patient services and educational programs, elevate public awareness about the disease, and support research designed to unlock the mysteries of PD and ultimately put an end to this disease.

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