There have been remarkable advances in the treatment for Parkinson’s disease over the past decade. Although scientists are still searching for a cure for this condition, medications can help control the symptoms. Attend this session to learn about the different medications available to treat Parkinson’s. Dr. Pavasia will also discuss new medications that are being […]
LIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP Presented by Julia Wood,MOT,OTR/L offered by The PD Spot What will be discussed? -Mindfulness is the act of being intensely aware of what you're sensing and feeling at every moment — without any interpretation or judgment. -An introduction to how mindfulness practice can help manage your Parkinson's Disease symptoms and […]
SPEAKER: Jill L. Ostrem, MD Professor of Neurology Division Chief, UCSF Movement Disorder and Neuromodulation Center Weill Institute for Neurosciences, University of California San Francisco San Francisco, CA
Bootcamp 21771 will again be hosting a 5K in honor of my father, Raul Yzaguirre to benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation. My father is a local Mt. Airy resident of 40 years with an internationally recognized career in civil rights. From organizing high school walkouts, leading the largest constituency-based Hispanic organization in the nation, […]
We are excited to have the fourth annual Maine Run for Parkinson's! We are looking forward to another great year, and to raising a goal of $20,000! Come run or walk with us to raise money for The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. This is a fun event and a great way for the Seacoast Community […]
Come join the members of Young Parkinson’s Ireland their family and friends, who are Abseiling 100ft in Dalkey Adventure Centre on Sept 1st @12pm. All are welcome to join us in supporting our members who are willing to do this to raise awareness for the Young Parkinson's Ireland Group. While raising much needed funds and […]
See the world's largest Parkinson's choir! Join Parkinson Voice Project as 100 LOUD Crowd® members sing Motown favorites with INTENT! The Parkinson Voice Project is known for their Parkinson's focused therapy program called SPEAK OUT!®. Everyone who completes the therapy program is encouraged to join a group that provides weekly practice and accountability to […]
Speaker Laura Marsh, MD Professor of Psychiatry and Neurology, Baylor College of Medicine Director, Mental Health Care Line Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center Overview Parkinson's disease (PD) is complicated by a number of comorbid psychiatric symptoms that often overlap with the motor and other physical aspects of PD or may be […]
Parkinson’s Pointers is a lecture series where people gather in various locations for a presentation, and question and session by a physician or other person that specializes in Parkinson’s. Powerful practical information is shared in a positive setting. Lectures are live streamed to the locations and refreshments are served. Join us for our next lecture: […]
On September 30th we will gather at Nationals Park to help those impacted by Parkinson’s (including those diagnosed with the disease as well as carepartners). Your financial support will ensure that they have access to programs and services to improve their quality of life. While there is not cure for Parkinson’s, those impacted by it […]
