On the next episode of "Dr. Gilbert Hosts," Dr. Britt Stone will share her expertise on complementary therapies (such as acupuncture, massage and yoga) and integrative medicine (which focuses on healing the whole person, using complementary therapies in combination with standard approaches) for PD. Register now for this American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) webinar, taking place on August 4, 9am PT.
Archives for July 2021
Dr. Gilbert Hosts: Complementary Therapies for PD – APDA Webinar on August 4, 9am PT
July 27, 2021 By
Denise Dagan Featured on Lewy Body Dementia Panel – Recording Available
July 26, 2021 By
Our very own Denise Dagan addressed the Lewy body dementia caregiving journey following the virtual screening of the new Robin Williams documentary “SPARK" in late June. The event was co-hosted by Brain Support Network and Family Caregiver Alliance. The recording is now available.
APDA Blog Post: Why exercise is critical for people with Parkinson’s disease
July 26, 2021 By
Dr. Rebecca Gilbert with the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) shares the four major reasons why it is critical to exercise with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). One reason is that longevity in PD is associated with increased physical activity.
“Driving Wellness” – APDA MA Webinar, July 13, 10am PT
July 6, 2021 By
The Massachusetts Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA MA) is hosting a webinar next week, July 13, at 10am PT, on driving wellness for Parkinson's Disease (PD). PD can lead to changes in vision, physical movement, and thinking skills which can impact driving safety over the course of the disease. The speaker will address these changes. Register now.
July 2021 Caregiver Webinars and other Virtual Events
July 5, 2021 By
Every month, Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach produces a list of caregiving-related webinars and virtual events. Most of the webinars listed are for a general audience and are free.
July 2021 – Parkinson’s Webinars and Virtual Meetings with Speakers
July 1, 2021 By
Every month, Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach produces a list of Parkinson’s-related webinars and virtual meetings with speakers. Here’s our July 2021 list.
What It Feels Like to Live With Parkinson’s
July 1, 2021 By
By Steven Heller and Véronique Vienne. June 23, 2021 (paywall) Steven Heller, 70, has lived with Parkinson’s for more than 10 years. Véronique Vienne, 79, only recently learned that she had the disease. Both have had long careers as art directors, and the two have been friends for more than three decades. Back in March, the pair exchanged a flurry of emails over a 10-day period, where they explored the “before” and “after” of a Parkinson’s diagnosis. Here is an edited version of their conversation.