Our very own Denise Dagan will be addressing the Lewy body dementia caregiving journey following the virtual screening of the new Robin Williams documentary “SPARK.” The event is co-hosted by Brain Support Network and Family Caregiver Alliance. Register now.
… Full Story>In mid-May, the American Parkinson Disease Association’s (APDA) Northwest chapter hosted a webinar on dementia, cognition and Parkinson’s disease (PD) with cognitive neurologist Dr. Nancy Isenberg. Around 30% of PD patients will experience some cognitive challenges. Dr. Isenberg mentioned 8 habits to help with cognition: stress management, gratitude, good diet, exercise, sleep, cognitive engagement, connection, and support/care.
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On May 5th the Parkinson’s Foundation hosted a webinar directed toward caregivers titled Your Role in Medications. Movement Disorder specialist Ihtsham Haq, MD, spoke for an hour on recognizing medication reactions, how to differentiate ON and OFF symptoms, and how care partners can help their loved one with Parkinson’s navigate medication issues.
… Full Story>In late April, the Parkinson and Movement Disorder (PMD) Alliance hosted a webinar on the different drug classes for Parkinson’s disease (PD) medication. The speaker was movement disorder specialist Dr. Yasser Torres-Yaghi.
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In mid-May, the Parkinson’s and Movement Disorder (PMD) Alliance hosted movement disorder specialist Dr. Joseph Friedman to speak on impulse control disorders in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Impulse control disorders (ICD) is a term used to describe the numerous compulsory disorders associated with dopamine agonist drugs, primarily in PD but also in other disorders. Examples are gambling, hypersexuality, shopping, etc.
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