At the American Parkinson’s Disease Association’s recent “Ask the Expert” event on Smart Patients, APDA’s Dr. Rebecca Gilbert answered questions from the Parkinson’s community about diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment. She shares her answers to participant questions about recognizing these early warning signs and what to do if you suspect you may be at increased risk.
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Register today for “Lesser known symptoms of Parkinson’s disease” an American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) webinar on August 12, 10am PT. This webinar, part of the “Dr. Gilbert Hosts” series, features Dr. D. Campbell Dewey, addressing non-motor symptoms of PD, including runny nose, pain, weight loss, and visual problems.
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In July 2026, the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) hosted a webinar titled “Parkinson’s or Something Else? Understanding Parkinsonisms,” to explore how Parkinson’s disease is distinguished from other conditions that cause similar symptoms. Parkinson’s disease and these related conditions are known collectively as parkinsonisms.
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Register today for “Moving with Confidence – Balance Strategies in Everyday Life,” an American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) webinar on August 4, 10am PT. This webinar, part of the “Let’s Keep Moving with the APDA” series, focuses on everyday strategies, helpful compensatory techniques, simple home adaptations, and adaptive equipment that can help make common activities easier and safer.
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The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) has launched a five-part training course for mental health practitioners who work with individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s. This comprehensive introduction to PD covers symptoms, disease progression, psychosocial impacts, and the complex relationship between PD and mental health. The PD community can encourage mental health professionals to register for the course, which begins on July 22, 2026.
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