APDA In The News

Dr. Rebecca Gilbert was a special guest on The Spark. During the conversation she spoke about the basics of Parkinson’s disease, the early signs and symptoms to look out for, the impact of PD on families, and more.

A recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association has caused a stir, showing that living near golf courses is associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Rebecca Gilbert comments on the implications of this study.

Dr. Rebecca Gilbert, APDA’s Chief Mission Officer, talks about the early signs of Parkinson’s disease, the non-motor symptoms of PD people should be aware of, and so much more, in a discussion with George Ackerman.

A growing body of research finds that regular physical activity — the kind that gets the body moving and the heart pumping — can significantly reduce the severity of PD symptoms and how fast they progress. Dr. Rebecca Gilbert comments on the importance of exercise and the benefits of movements that challenge your brain to think and learn, like dance.

A potential new blood test shows promise for early diagnosis. Dr. Rebecca Gilbert comments on the benefits of a test like this for the PD community.

This round-up of PD Awareness Month activities highlights APDA’s “Did You Know” campaign and April events and activities across the country.

Dr. Rebecca Gilbert comments on the newly-available adaptive deep brain stimulation device, which is being deployed for the first time in the United States, indicating "it stands to reason that adaptive DBS would result in better symptom management for each individual, and I am eager to see how that unfolds. This has the potential to be a game-changer.”

This article explores the interesting challenges of Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD). Dr. Rebecca Gilbert comments on the importance of exercise and nutrition for brain health and risk reduction

APDA’s Symptom Tracker App is included in this article about advancements in technology and wearable devices for PD.

Article about the connection between overall diet and certain dietary elements and Parkinson’s disease. APDA’s Dr. Rebecca Gilbert weighs in.

Family history plays a role in a small percentage of PD diagnoses, but environmental factors and age also heighten the risk. APDA’s Dr. Rebecca Gilbert weighs in on the topic.

Article about the upcoming research projects APDA is funding for the 2024-2025 year.