Most people have many good years after their diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease (PD). However, it is wise to be aware of what may come so you can be prepared for the advanced symptoms of PD. The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) has a variety of resources to help you learn more about advanced PD. Pick and choose the topics of most interest or relevance to you – and process the informatison at your own pace.
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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>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.
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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.
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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).
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