Letโs talk about brain donation One of the most fundamental ways for scientists to learn about Parkinsonโs disease (PD) as well as other brain disorders, is by studying the brain tissue of people with these diseases. There is never too much of this extremely valuable material for research studies. While there are major strides in […]
APDA announces funding for 2019-2020 grants It is that time of year โ when APDA announces our research grantees for the 2019-2020 fiscal year. We are very proud of our grant recipients who each has a unique idea that will hopefully benefit the entire Parkinsonโs disease (PD) community. This year APDA has awarded $1.7 million […]
Pain is a common but overlooked problem in Parkinsonโs disease. Pain is an often overlooked non-motor symptom of Parkinsonโs disease (PD). Studies show that between 40-80% of people with PD report pain, which is likely why it is often suggested as a topic for this blog. (Please feel free to suggest a topic for future […]
Read Dr. Gilbertโs discussion of the relationship between apathy and Parkinsonโs, a common non-motor symptom in PWP.
Dr. Gilbert interviews Lisa Sommers, expert Parkinsonโs disease Speech Language Pathologist
Dr. Gilbert gives in-depth answers to common questions weโve received from care partners of people with Parkinsonโs disease.
Parkinsonโs disease can cause a range of skin issues, including sweating and irritated, scaly skin. Dr. Gilbert discusses these issues and how to manage them.
Education is a life-long process. In no discipline is this more evident than in modern medicine which develops and evolves on a daily basis.
APDA was in Kyoto for the 5th WPC — an international forum for dialogue on the latest scientific discoveries, medical practices, and caregiver initiatives.
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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