American Parkinson Disease Association

What is Parkinson’s
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
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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Resources & Events
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 $65 million in research since 1961. Read about what we fund and explore opportunities for funding.
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Ways to Give
Ways to Give

We invite you to partner with APDA to provide much needed support that can help improve the quality of life for the 1,000,000+ individuals living with Parkinson’s disease in the US.

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Breaking News

APDA Newsroom Breaking News

December 20, 2018

FDA Approves Focused Ultrasound for Tremor-predominant Parkinson’s disease
December 14, 2018

Could Coffee Protect Neurons in Parkinson’s Disease?
December 3, 2018

Vascular Parkinsonism in the News
November 5, 2018

The relationship between the appendix and Parkinson’s disease
October 23, 2018

Important New Study Underway: Get Involved
October 9, 2018

INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE AND MOVEMENT DISORDERS® – Parkinson’s Disease Updates
September 27, 2018

APDA-funded Brigham and Women’s Hospital explores the genetic variants associated with Parkinson’s disease and other conditions
September 25, 2018

FDA New Analysis on PD Psychosis Treatment
September 21, 2018

APDA Center for Advanced Research at University of Alabama School of Medicine Receives Udall Center Designation
September 21, 2018

APDA Center for Advanced Research at University of Alabama School of Medicine Receives Udall Center Designation

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