Parkinson's disease can change your loved one's life in many ways and can also change yours. How your relationship will grow depends on your outlook as a care partner. However, the weight is not entirely on your shoulders, and you must also care for yourself. Being an...
When a loved one is diagnosed with Parkinson's, it can be difficult to know how to help. One of the most important things you can do is to become a care partner. Also known as a “caregiver,” a care partner provides physical, emotional, and, sometimes, financial...
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OTHER PARKINSON’S NEWS
To my friends in the Los Angeles Parkinson's community, It has been a pleasure to work with you over the last five years in my role with PCLA. I joined PCLA to form a deeper connection with families living with PD in our area, and to help you with the resources,...
With medical marijuana now legal in 39 states, experts in the Parkinson’s community are expanding their research on how marijuana, also known as cannabis, can help treat PD symptoms. The impact of cannabis on Parkinson’s is so far inconclusive, but a number of...
It’s very common for people with Parkinson's disease to experience sleep problems, including sleep apnea. In fact, 40% of people with PD report experiencing obstructive sleep apnea. While the link between Parkinson's disease and sleep apnea is still being explored,...
Parkinson’s reach extends well beyond cultures and borders. In the United States, an estimated 90,000 people are diagnosed with PD each year, with 12 million people projected to be diagnosed globally by 2030. Despite its widespread nature, the majority of genetic...
We recognize that PD affects not just those diagnosed but also their children, spouses, friends, and care partners. The good news is that no one is ever alone in their diagnosis — PCLA offers support for the whole village. When facing a long-term disease, you may...
There is no “one size fits all” approach to PD’s progression, so Parkinson’s disease stages may not truly exist (as they do in Cancer). As such, there is not one linear path in disease development, and it’s difficult to generalize the disease’s progression. Having...
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