Wearable Devices for Parkinson’s Disease: The Future Is Here
APDA’s Symptom Tracker App is included in this article about advancements in technology and wearable devices for PD.
Food as Medicine: Diet’s Role in Parkinson’s Disease
Article about the connection between overall diet and certain dietary elements and Parkinson’s disease. APDA’s Dr. Rebecca Gilbert weighs in.
APDA awards $2.6M to support Parkinson’s research projects
Article about the upcoming research projects APDA is funding for the 2024-2025 year.
Podcast: Q & A with Sharon’s Son, George – Episode 61: Conversation with Rosa Peña
Rosa Peña, APDA’s Vice President of Programs & Services, talks about the psychosocial aspects of life with Parkinson’s disease.
A hopeful step for Parkinson’s patients
Editorial piece about the passage of the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act, which includes commentary from APDA’s president and CEO, Leslie A. Chambers.
Spotlight on education, research for Parkinson’s Awareness Month
This round-up of PD Awareness Month activities highlights APDA’s “Living Better Together” campaign and April events and activities.
Parkinson’s Disease: Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment
APDA’s Dr. Rebecca Gilbert comments on several recent developments in the diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease.
What Is Parkinson’s Disease?
A great awareness piece about Parkinson’s disease that promotes the importance of exercise, including personal perspectives from people living with PD and expert commentary from Dr. Rebecca Gilbert.
Robotic Garment Improves Stride in Patient With Parkinson’s Disease
Article features recent research conducted by Terry Ellis, PhD, PT (a member of APDA’s Scientific Advisory Board) and others at Boston University about a wearable, soft, robotic device that could help patients with PD walk without experiencing freezing of gait. Includes commentary from Dr. Rebecca Gilbert.
Trial on way to increase exercise for Hispanic patients now recruiting
Article about a trial to increase exercise for Hispanic patients mentions the Let’s Keep Moving with APDA web series and APDA partnership. Research conducted by APDA friend and partner, Cristina Colón-Semenza, PhD.