In early August 2023, the Parkinson’s Foundation hosted movement disorders specialist Dr. Janis Miyasaki on the topics of why addressing caregivers’ needs is vital, reasons caregivers might be reluctant to seek help, and sources of emotional support for caregivers.  She speaks with many caregivers for those with movement disorders as part of her work, and is familiar with signs of caregiver strain.  Also, Dr. Miyasaki cared for her mother with Parkinson’s Disease (PD).  Even as a specialist in the field, she found it very difficult, but found that caregiving can also be an incredibly rewarding experience.  Note: there is nothing specific about PD in this webinar. We share below our notes from the event.

In early August 2023, PMD Alliance hosted movement disorder specialist Dr. Salima Brillman for a webinar on the topic of neurogenic orthostatic hypotension (nOH).  nOH is a drop in blood pressure when the body changes positions.  This drop in blood pressure usually happens within a few minutes after standing up from a seated or laid down position.  In addition to being physically unpleasant by itself, nOH can result in fainting or falls.  Falling can seriously injure someone with Parkinson’s disease (PD), and may even lead to death.