We’ve all been taught to brush our teeth twice a day. Oral health is essential for overall well-being and good quality of life. But for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) oral health is a particular concern as they commonly experience problems with the mouth and oral cavity, and some may have difficulty with dental hygiene.
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This year’s conference is all about “Keeping Healthy with Parkinson’s.” Attendance is open to people who have Parkinson’s disease, their friends, family, or anyone interested in learning more about Parkinson’s.
Expert panelists and speakers will discuss topics essential to improving quality of life with PD including adapting to Parkinson’s disease lifestyle issues, how to incorporate exercise and movement into your daily routine, and more!
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The two-day APDA Virtual Parkinson’s Conference: Educate, Empower, Engage will be geared towards people with Parkinson’s disease, their care partners and family members and will feature expert presentations, breakout sessions, panel discussions, and more. The program will run from 9am-12:40pm PT on February 15th, and from 9am-12:30pm PT on February 16th.
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From the American Parkinson Disease Association, Northwest Chapter (APDA NW), Tuesday, September 20:
This Thursday, September 22, the Parkinson’s community will come together for a National Day of Action to educate Congress about The National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act and encourage senators and representatives to sign their respective chamber’s bill as co-sponsor.
… Full Story>The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) recently shared the top three questions they are asked about Parkinson’s Disease (PD). They include: what causes PD; is there a way to prevent cognitive decline in PD; and does exercise help people with PD? The APDA recently answered those three questions.
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