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Parkinson’s Foundation Applauds Vermont’s Landmark Ban of Dangerous Pesticide Linked to Parkinson’s Disease
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 26, 2026) - Today, the Parkinson’s Foundation applauded Vermont for being the first state in the nation to ban paraquat, a dangerous pesticide linked to Parkinson’s disease (PD).
New Parkinson's Foundation PD Trial Navigator Program Identifies 2,000+ Potential Participants for NEULARK Clinical Trial
NEW YORK (May 26, 2026) — To accelerate Parkinson's disease (PD) research and connect eligible participants with clinical trials, the Parkinson’s Foundation announced the first major milestone of its new PD Trial Navigator pilot program.
Parkinson’s Foundation Invests Nearly $600K in Innovative Care Grants
NEW YORK & MIAMI (May 19, 2026) - The Parkinson’s Foundation has announced an investment of nearly $600,000 toward three award grants to fund innovative practices in clinical care that can improve the health and quality of life for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD).
In The News
Del escenario al ring: la lucha de un músico latino en Chicago contra el párkinson
Univision Chicago
April 24, 2026
Parkinson's changed Fidel Guzmán's life. But between boxing, his family and strong determination, this Latino musician in Chicago found a new way to move forward. Fidel Guzman represents the Parkinson's Foundation this Awareness Month.
Looking at advancements in Parkinson's treatments, push for research funding
CBS Los Angeles
April 23, 2026
Assistant Professor of Neurology at the USC Keck School of Medicine Dr. Katherine Wong and Dr. Megan Gomez, the California Chapter Board President of the Parkinson's Foundation, join the studio to discuss the improvements made in Parkinson's research for Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Woman Diagnosed with Parkinson's at 37 Is 'Back to Being a Mom' After an Innovative Procedure Changed Her Life
PEOPLE
April 21, 2026
Jessica Krauser felt hopeless after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at 37, much younger than the average onset age of 60. The Ohio mom launched a podcast about living with Parkinson's and treatment options, including discussing her experience with undergoing DBS in 2025.
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