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Introducing Our New Accessibility Feature
You may have noticed that we added a new accessibility feature to our websites. This feature will allow community members …
The Emma Watch: A Wearable Device to Ease PD Tremors
Microsoft researchers have developed technology using vibrating motors that can fool the brain and distract it from the physical sensation …
Genetics Firm 23andMe Partners in Parkinson’s Research
A privately held firm, initially interested in tracing ancestry, may hold the answer to future treatments for genetic diseases. 23andMe, …
ADHD May Lead to Increased Risk of Parkinson’s
With no known cause, researchers continue to investigate how Parkinson’s disease (PD) develops in different kinds of people. Believed to …
Inbrija: The First and Only Inhaled Levodopa Approved by the FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Inbrija™ (levodopa inhalation powder) for the intermittent treatment of “off” episodes …
Novel Gene Therapy Tested on First Human
Axovant Sciences, a Swiss pharmaceutical company, announced it has initiated treatment for the first human subject in a clinical study …
Promising Parkinson’s Drug Moves Forward With Help From Michael J. Fox Foundation
The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) for Parkinson’s research spearheaded the LRRK2 Safety Initiative by bringing together three companies working …
How’s Your Relationship with Your Doctor? Take our Survey!
Do you feel heard by your doctor? Do your questions get answered? We want to hear from you! We’re conducting …
Light Therapy: A New Tool for Managing Parkinson’s
Near infrared light (NIr), a low level laser or LED (light emitting diode) is a new neuroprotective approach being tested …
Smartphone Apps Track PD Symptoms & Severity
More than 200 million Americans now own smartphones, among two billion users worldwide. Some people use them to make and …
Take the Clinical Trial Patient Experience Survey!
Have you participated in a clinical trial? We want to hear more about your experience! We are conducting a short …
New Look, Same Great Community!
You might notice a few changes in the way things look when you visit our site. Never fear! You still …
New Technology Lets Physicians and Families Feel Your Tremor
Have you ever told a friend, family member or doctor, you don’t understand, you just don’t know how I feel!? …
Laser Shoes to Help With Parkinson’s Gait
Walking problems are a common problem for people with Parkinson’s. For many, as the condition advances, freezing of gait, also …
Judas Priest Guitarist, Glenn Tipton, Steps Off Upcoming Tour
Parkinson’s disease (PD) has a new face, a rock and roll legend. Glenn Tipton, guitarist for the British heavy metal …
Pfizer Announces Halt on New Treatment Research for Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s
Major U.S. Pharmaceutical Company, Pfizer Inc., has recently announced that it is halting research into new treatment options and drugs …
Take the Online Health Resource Survey!
Managing a chronic health condition like Parkinson’s disease can be overwhelming at times. How do you find reliable information? Where …
Guest Post: Parkinson Voice Project Announces $650,000 Grant Program
We are excited to share this guest post from our Parkinson’s partner, Parkinson Voice Project. Grant opportunity announced Parkinson Voice …
Neil Diamond Announces Parkinson’s Diagnosis and Retirement from Touring
In an official statement released January 22, singer, songwriter, and performer Neil Diamond announced his recent Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis, …