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...
Care Partners
How Can You Be An Effective Care Partner?
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...
What’s A Parkinson’s Care Partner & Why Are They Important?
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...
OTHER PARKINSON’S NEWS
Vocal Exercises for PD: Benefits & Resources
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder affecting movement, muscle control, and balance. However, its impact isn't limited to just physical aspects. PD can also significantly affect voice and speech. This is where the importance of vocal...
Exploring the Link Between Pneumonia & PD
According to a 2020 study, pneumonia is the leading cause of death and the most common reason for hospital admissions in people living with Parkinson’s disease. Understanding the connection between Parkinson's disease and pneumonia, including its causes, treatments,...
Young-Onset Parkinson’s Disease: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Young-onset Parkinson's disease (YOPD) is a growing subset of people who develop the disease at a younger age, typically between the ages of 21 and 50. YOPD (sometimes referred to as early-onset Parkinson’s disease) impacts roughly 4% of the 1M people living with...
Can You Drive With Parkinson’s Disease?
As Parkinson’s disease progresses, the accompanying symptoms may impact an individual’s ability to drive. This can be a sensitive and sometimes tricky topic. Since driving is associated with independence, people living with PD may view restrictions to driving as a...
What’s PCLA Planning in 2024?
Happy 2024! As we look to the year ahead, we’re excited to offer more expansive opportunities to connect with the Parkinson’s community in Los Angeles and beyond. This year will see more opportunities for in-person events, the annual LA Big 5K fundraiser (which can be...
A Look Back At 2023 With PCLA
As 2023 comes to a close, we look back with gratitude for our accomplishments as a community and a non-profit organization. This year marked several exciting shifts at PCLA, especially as we expanded our community resources via support groups and the Let’s Talk...
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