Nutritional Issues in Parkinson’s Disease by Michael Rezak, MD, PhD Nutritional status is a major factor influencing the well being of any individual who lives with a chronic neurological disease. Nowhere is this truer than for those dealing with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Poor nutritional status can result in, as well as contribute to, many of […]
The Relationship Between Parkinson’s and Weight Loss Whereas it seems that much of the US population is struggling to lose weight, people with PD often have the opposite problem. Many people with PD find themselves wanting to gain weight in order to counteract seemingly unexplained weight loss. Today, we will discuss this symptom, the potential […]
The National Plan to End Parkinson’s Disease is becoming federal law! This is the first-ever federal legislation dedicated to curing and preventing Parkinson’s disease (PD) and striving for quality care for those impacted by this chronic and progressive neurologic disease. But what does this really mean? In this exciting special program, APDA President and CEO, […]
The National Plan to End Parkinson’s Disease is becoming federal law! This is the first-ever federal legislation dedicated to curing and preventing Parkinson’s disease (PD) and striving for quality care for those impacted by this chronic and progressive neurologic disease. But what does this really mean? In this exciting special program, APDA President and CEO, […]
Dr. Gilbert gives in-depth answers to common questions that many ask with regards to carbidopa/levodopa treatment for Parkinson’s disease.
Understanding what factors may worsen Parkinson’s symptoms Many people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) experience variation in their motor symptoms (e.g. tremor, stiffness, slowness, trouble walking, balance difficulties) throughout the day and from one day and the next. This variability is often related to medication dosing, and you and your doctor may focus on adjusting the […]
Parkinson’s Disease and Dyskinesia If you have Parkinson’s disease (PD), there is a good chance that you’ve been, or will be taking medication containing levodopa. Levodopa is administered in combination with the drug carbidopa (Sinemet® and its generic versions). This drug combination is considered standard treatment for PD symptoms such as tremor, muscle stiffness, and […]
Educational Programs Members of the Alabama APDA team are available to provide educational content and support to groups throughout Alabama for people with Parkinson’s and their families. From the newly established APDA Good Start® or PRESS® Programs, to hosting educational presentations and Q&As at support groups. APDA Good Start Program Hosted quarterly by Parkinson’s disease […]
Educational Programs Members of the Alabama APDA team are available to provide educational content and support to groups throughout Alabama for people with Parkinson’s and their families. From the newly established APDA Good Start® or PRESS® Programs, to hosting educational presentations and Q&As at support groups. APDA Good Start Program APDA supports all Alabama Parkinson’s […]
March 16, 202410:30am – 3:30pm Doors open at 9:30am Spend the day with APDA and a slate of Parkinson’s disease experts at a program designed to educate, inspire & empower those impacted by Parkinson’s disease. LEARN, MOVE & CONNECT WITH OTHERS $15/Person2 Tickets for $25Ticket cost offsets cost of lunch and venue Scholarships availableCall 206-695-2905 […]
