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We are your trusted resource for the latest Parkinson’s disease news, statistics, research, expert commentary and more. If you are a member of the media working on a story regarding PD, please contact Melissa Nobles-Gonzalez, Public Relations Manager, at 305-537-9134 or MGonzalez@Parkinson.org.
Press Releases
Parkinson’s Foundation Names Centers of Excellence in Ohio and Wisconsin
NEW YORK & MIAMI (December 9, 2025) — The Parkinson’s Foundation has announced the promotion of two Centers of Excellence, both recognized for providing outstanding clinical care for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD).
New Published Article Discusses How to Make Hospitals Age-Friendly for People with Parkinson’s
NEW YORK & MIAMI (December 1, 2025) – The Parkinson’s Foundation published a new article in the December issue of The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety titled “Advancing Parkinson’s Care and Patient Safety Through CMS’s Age-Friendly Hospital Measure.”
Parkinson’s Foundation Requesting Applications for 2026 Community Grants
NEW YORK & MIAMI (November 10, 2025) — The Parkinson’s Foundation has announced it is accepting applications for $1 million in community grant funding.
In The News
Destination Rehab launches free Walking Soccer program for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
KTVZ 21
January 8, 2026
Destination Rehab announces the launch of its Walking Soccer for Parkinson’s program, a nine-week indoor program designed specifically for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease and supported by a Parkinson’s Foundation community grant.
Boilermaker Charity Bib Program Partners with 10 Nonprofits for 2026
News Channel 2 (Utica, NY)
January 8, 2026
The Parkinson’s Foundation is chosen among the 10 nonprofit partners selected by the Boilermaker Charity Bib Program for the 2026 race season.
Labor of love: Salem man with Parkinson's makes bracelets to support disease research
Derry News
January 8, 2026
Bob Murphy is making and selling jewelry to raise awareness and funds for Parkinson’s disease, from his residence at an assisted living facility in Salem, New Hampshire.
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