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New medication, Istradefylline, gets approved for Parkinson’s disease

Posted on September 4, 2019July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

On August 27, 2019, pharmaceutical company Kyowa Kirin received FDA approval...see more for Istradefylline, a new medication for Parkinson’s disease (PD) to be used as an add-on treatment to carbidopa/levodopa for those experiencing OFF episodes. (For more information on OFF periods in PD, please see this recent APDA […]

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APDA Seed Funding Leads to Prestigious NIH Research Grant

Posted on August 16, 2019July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

APDA is exceptionally proud to congratulate Dr. Beom-Chan Lee, APDA Research...see more Grant awardee on receiving a recently-awarded National Institutes of Health (NIH) R21 grant.

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APDA-funded research finds new role for alpha-synuclein

Posted on July 30, 2019July 13, 2023 by Phil Franchina

This new understanding of alpha-synuclein’s function could open up new ways of thinking...see more about treatments for Parkinson's disease.

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Fighting Parkinson’s Disease Around the World – Highlights from the World Parkinson Congress

Posted on June 25, 2019July 12, 2023 by Guest Author

APDA was in Kyoto for the 5th...see more WPC -- an international forum for dialogue on the latest scientific discoveries, medical practices, and caregiver initiatives.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Research

Menopause & PD: An Interview with APDA Researcher Dr. Roberta Marongiu

Posted on June 10, 2019May 31, 2023 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Menopause & PD: An Interview with APDA Researcher Dr. Roberta Marongiu Pre-menopausal women have a reduced risk of developing PD...see more as compared to men and post-menopausal women, suggesting estrogen plays an important role in prevention.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Profiles in Parkinson's, Research

APDA’s Diversity in Parkinson’s Disease Research Conference 2019

Posted on June 3, 2019July 12, 2023 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

APDA held the first Diversity in Parkinson’s Disease Research Conference. on 5/17/19...see more to address urgent needs surrounding PD in diverse, under-served communities.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Research

American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting 2019 – Highlights

Posted on May 14, 2019July 12, 2023 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting 2019 - Highlights Our team shares 12 highlights related to Parkinson’s research from the...see more 2019 American Academy of Neurology Meeting.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Research

Alpha-synuclein – then and now, with Dr. Alice Lazzarini

Posted on April 15, 2019November 19, 2019 by Guest Author

Alpha-synuclein – then and now, with guest blogger, Dr. Alice Lazzarini Renowned researcher Alice Lazzarini, PhD chronicles the connection between...see more pα-syn, tau, and mitochondrial degradation, and how it may lead to new treatments.

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A Closer Look ArticlePosted in Profiles in Parkinson's, Research

Freezing of Gait

Posted on April 9, 2019 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Freezing Of Gait A look at freezing of gait, including why it happens, tips, strategies, and walking devices that can...see more help, as well as potential future treatments.

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Parkinson’s Disease in African Americans: Interview with Parkinson’s Researcher, Dr. Tao Xie

Posted on March 12, 2019May 31, 2023 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Parkinson's Disease in African Americans: Interview with Parkinson’s Researcher, Dr. Tao Xie Dr. Gilbert interviews the Medical Director of the...see more University of Chicago APDA Information and Referral Center

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  • Making Hope Possible: American Parkinson Disease Association Supports Researchers With $2.6 Million in New Funding 

  • AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION CELEBRATES THE NATIONAL PLAN TO END PARKINSON'S ACT BECOMING LAW

  • AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES NEW RESOURCES AVAILABLE IN MANDARIN & SIMPLIFIED CHINESE

  • AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION TO CELEBRATE THE POWER OF A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY DURING PARKINSON’S DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH

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  • Vyalev: A Newly-Approved Medication for Parkinson’s Disease Motor Fluctuations

  • Adaptive DBS – a new approach to improve PD symptoms

  • Recently published research on induced pluripotent stem cells by APDA-funded researchers

  • Crexont®: A Newly Approved Parkinson's Medication

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The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is a nationwide grassroots network dedicated to fighting Parkinson’s disease (PD) and works tirelessly to help the approximately one million with PD in the United States live life to the fullest in the face of this chronic, neurological disorder. Founded in 1961, APDA has raised and invested more than $282 million to provide outstanding patient services and educational programs, elevate public awareness about the disease, and support research designed to unlock the mysteries of PD and ultimately put an end to this disease.

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