Understanding Parkinson’s

There is a lot to know about Parkinson's disease. Learn about symptoms, how it is diagnosed and what treatment options are available.
Living with Parkinson’s

While living with PD can be challenging, there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life and live well with Parkinson's disease.
Resources & Support

Living well with Parkinson’s disease (PD) means getting the support you need — from tools that help you work alongside your care team to resources that empower you.
Advancing Research

Our research has led to breakthroughs in treatment and improved care that bring hope to the entire Parkinson's community.
How You Can Help

There are many ways you can support the fight against Parkinson’s. Whatever form your gift takes, you can be confident that it goes toward providing crucial resources for those affected by this disease.

Advancing Research

What You Should Know About Marijuana and Parkinson’s

Feb 26, 2019

Marijuana and Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a hot topic. Watch our newest video, Neuro Talks, where James Beck, PhD, Parkinson’s Foundation Chief Scientific Officer, explains what the PD community should know about marijuana.

What are the risks of marijuana for a person with PD? Can it help with symptoms? What is the Parkinson’s Foundation doing to learn more? Find out in this four-minute video:

For more information, call the Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline today at 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) or email us at Helpline@Parkinson.org with your Parkinson’s questions in English or Spanish.

Studying Genetic Links to Better Treat People with Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s Foundation Presents 6 Findings at International Congress of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders®

Studying the Intersection of Movement and Cognitive Disorders to Better Understand Parkinson’s Disease