Parkinson’s disease doesn’t just change the life of the person diagnosed — it changes the lives of everyone around them. Seven years ago, my family’s world shifted when my dad was diagnosed.
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PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of Parkinson's Disease
This Parkinson's Foundation initiative offers genetic testing and counseling at no cost for people with Parkinson's disease (PD). When you participate, you can help scientists in their journey to better understand how Parkinson's works, leading to new, more effective therapies.
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Advancing Research
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Featured News
Parkinson’s Foundation Announces New Executive Vice President; Launches Public Policy Effort
The Parkinson’s Foundation has appointed Andi Lipstein Fristedt as Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy and Policy Officer. Fristedt will provide strategic leadership for the Foundation, ensuring mission programs are addressing the needs of the community and guiding policy direction for the Foundation to advance impactful health policies at the federal, state and local levels.