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Parkinson’s Awareness Month: Why It Matters
April is Parkinson's Awareness Month, and it's more important than ever to raise awareness for this challenging disease. Parkinson's affects 1 million people in the United States alone, and there is still no cure. So this month, let's learn more about Parkinson's and...
Parkinson’s Diet & Nutrition Guide: What to Eat and Avoid
Anyone can develop Parkinson’s disease. Approximately 50,000 people in the United States get a Parkinson’s diagnosis every year. Maintaining a healthy diet is a possible way to help minimize the chances of developing Parkinson’s disease. In addition, eating well can...
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Do You Need A Movement Disorder Specialist for Parkinson’s?
As people living with Parkinson’s disease navigate their diagnosis, they’ll encounter various physicians and specialists with education and experience specific to PD. One of these is a movement disorder specialist (MDS). Let’s explore the role of a movement disorder...
Guide to Non-Motor Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is commonly associated with its visible impacts on motor skills, such as tremors, stiffness, cramping, and balance. However, non-motor skills are sometimes equally, if not more, affected for people with Parkinson’s. Common non-motor symptoms of...
Guide to Vision Issues in Parkinson’s: Symptoms & Treatments
It is very common for people living with Parkinson’s to experience issues with their vision. A recent study found that 82% of people with Parkinson’s experienced one or more visual symptoms. These may include double vision, dry eyes, blurry vision, and sometimes...
Let’s Talk Parkinson’s: The Latest in Parkinson’s Research 2023
Want to hear about the latest developments in Parkinson’s disease research? PCLA recently hosted an online Q&A "The Latest in Parkinson's Research 2023," with Jeff Bronstein, MD, PhD, Director of the Movement Disorders Program at UCLA.WATCH THE PRESENTATION Miss...
Vibration Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease: How it Works
Research into Parkinson’s treatment continues to expand, with exciting breakthroughs happening every year. One notable treatment is a Parkinson’s vibration glove, which has shown promising results in initial trials. Here’s an overview of current treatments for...
Dress Easier with Adaptive Clothing for Parkinson’s
June is National Safety Month! For people living with Parkinson’s disease, adaptive clothing can be a game changer for dressing easier, reducing risk of injury, and maintaining independence. As Parkinson’s disease progresses, some may experience more severe tremors,...
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