Parkinson’s can make travel challenging, but the warmer weather is the perfect time for getaways. Whether you’re planning a local weekend drive or an international trip, planning ahead can help make your trip more smooth, safe, and enjoyable. The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) offers these tips that can help you enjoy your time away:
… Full Story>Women, Parkinson’s Disease, and Quality of Life
It’s women’s history month! We’ve come a long way, but not nearly far enough because while women are less likely than men to develop Parkinson’s disease (PD), women with PD report a worse quality of life than men with PD.
… Full Story>Register Now for APDA Webinar about Urinary Dysfunction & Parkinson’s Disease
The next webinar in the American Parkinson Disease Association’s “Dr. Gilbert Hosts” series is focused on urinary dysfunction and PD. The guest speaker is Victor Nitti, MD, Professor of Urology and Obstetrics and Gynecology at UCLA Health. Register now for this webinar, which will take place on Wednesday, August 23, 12pm PT.
… Full Story>Stanford lanza un nuevo grupo de apoyo para la EP en español: primera reunión, miércoles 16 de agosto, de 5:30 p.m. a 6:30 p.m.
El Centro de información y referencia APDA de Stanford y Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach iniciarán un grupo de apoyo virtual para la enfermedad de Parkinson (EP) para la comunidad de habla hispana en agosto de 2023. Durante esta primera reunión hablaremos sobre la cognición en la enfermedad de Parkinson. Este grupo está disponible a personas con la enfermedad de Parkinson y sus familias que residen en norte y centro de California (no solo a las familias de Stanford).
… Full Story>New APDA Online Training Course on Advanced Parkinson’s for Healthcare Professionals
The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) has just launched Taking Care of the Person with Advanced Parkinson’s Disease©, a free, specialized online training course to help those who care for people with PD – particularly home health aides, nursing home staff, and visiting nurses – better understand the symptoms and challenges that come with advanced PD and how to best manage them.
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