In February 2026, Bianca Palushaj, MD, movement disorder neurologist at Stanford, described three observational gut-brain studies at Stanford that are recruiting participants. The studies welcome those with PD and healthy controls. View her five-minute talk on this research and see relevant links.
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These blogs, podcasts and other online publications are about caregiving. They are by caregivers, journalists, experts and staff writers. Most are about taking care of yourself as a caregiver, getting your affairs in order, advocating for your loved one, etc. Some are personal experiences with tips for caregiving.
Pick a few and have a read or a listen. You may learn something and you will definitely not feel alone in being a caregiver.
The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is starting a new virtual support group for teens (13-19 years old) whose parent has young onset Parkinson’s disease (YOPD). The group begins on October 2, 2025, and will be held on the first Thursday of each month, 4-5pm PT. The group is a safe, welcoming space to share experiences with other teens, ask questions, and support one another. You are not alone! Sign up now to be added to the meeting reminder email list.
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On Tuesday, June 10, from 7-8:30pm, Stanford movement disorders specialist Margaret Ferris, MD, will be speaking to the Stanford Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD) Support Group. Topics will include traveling, children, genetics, work, PD mimics, and a bit about upcoming stem cell trials. People in Northern California with YOPD can get the login details by contacting Robin Riddle.
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Many people associate palliative care with exclusively end-of-life care, but that’s a misconception. In November 2024, the Palo Alto PD Support Group hosted a talk with Stanford’s Dr. Jocelyn Jiao who shed light on the true nature of palliative care and its profound impact on individuals living with Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Jiao is a movement disorder and palliative care specialist. Read our notes from her talk.
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