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Parkinson’s Foundation Invests More Than $7.5 Million in Research Grants

Funds for NGOs
August 20, 2026

The Parkinson’s Foundation has announced a record investment of more than $7.5 million across 55 research grants to support innovative studies aimed at improving the understanding, treatment and potential prevention of Parkinson’s disease. The new funding represents the foundation’s largest number of research awards in a single year.

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California to phase out paraquat, a powerful weedkiller associated with serious health issues

Los Angeles Times
August 11, 2026

California will phase out paraquat after all manufacturers voluntarily canceled their registrations, ending the state’s use of the powerful herbicide that is already banned in more than 60 countries. State regulators found paraquat exposure may be tied to Parkinson’s disease.

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California phasing out herbicide linked to Parkinson’s disease

The New Lede
August 11, 2026

Deborah Swerdlow, associate vice president of advocacy and state policy for the Parkinson’s Foundation, comments on California's decision to phase out paraquat and the links between pesticide exposure and Parkinson's disease.

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BioVie AnnounceTopline Results of Phase 2 SUNRISE-PD Trial of Bezisterim in Early Parkinson’s Disease

BioVie News
August 6, 2026

BioVie reported topline results from its Phase 2 SUNRISE-PD study evaluating bezisterim in people with early Parkinson's disease. Bezisterim treatment appeared to have a beneficial impact on plasma biomarkers of neurodegeneration and reduced biomarkers of both neuro- and systemic-inflammation; findings that support further development of this investigational therapy.

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9 Ways to Manage Dyskinesia in Advanced Parkinson’s Disease

Everyday Health
August 3, 2026

Parkinson’s Foundation Chief Medical Officer, Sneha Mantri, MD, MS, FAAN, serves as medical reviewer for this article providing practical strategies for managing dyskinesia, the involuntary movements that can develop with long-term Parkinson's treatment.

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Interview with John Lehr, CEO of the Parkinson’s Foundation

Leadership Today with Adam Mendler
August 3, 2026

Parkinson's Foundation President & CEO John Lehr discusses his leadership journey, lessons learned from the nonprofit sector and the Foundation's mission to improve care and advance research for people living with PD.