The Link between Parkinsonโ€™s disease and diabetes

The Link between Parkinsonโ€™s disease and diabetes

A recent study demonstrated an association between Parkinsonโ€™s disease and diabetes. Dr. Gilbert explains why the connection between these two conditions is important and how an understanding of the relationship between Parkinsonโ€™s disease and diabetes may open up new treatment avenues for Parkinsonโ€™s disease.

The Role of Inflammation in Parkinsonโ€™s disease

The Role of Inflammation in Parkinsonโ€™s disease

New research in Parkinsonโ€™s disease has expanded our understanding of the role of inflammation in the progression of the disease. This understanding has led to new treatment possibilities, as well as an exploration of the links between the gut, PD and inflammation.

Anti-cholinergic Drugs โ€“ A Risk Factor For Dementia?

Anti-cholinergic Drugs โ€“ A Risk Factor For Dementia?

You may have read that certain medication prescribed for Parkinsonโ€™s disease can cause dementia. Dr. Gilbert will weigh in on the science behind this topic, including how these drugs work, and if thereโ€™s any casual relationship between them and an increased risk of dementia.

Spring Arrives at APDA: the Scientific Advisory Board Meeting

Spring Arrives at APDA: the Scientific Advisory Board Meeting

The spring brings with it hope, renewal, and promise, the perfect backdrop for American Parkinson Disease Associationโ€™s (APDA) yearly Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) meeting at which most exciting and promising research ideas for APDA grant funding is reviewed and recommended to the APDA Board of Directors. This year, the meeting took place on May 17, 2018.

Pictured: APDA SAB Members work diligently to determine which grants will be recommended for funding.

Introducing A Closer Look

In todayโ€™s hyper-connected world, you can find an almost infinite amount of information about Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD) in every corner of the internet and on every social media outlet. It can be hard to know what to read, what to believe, and most importantly, what changes you should (or shouldnโ€™t) implement in your life in response to the information that is out there.