Parkinson's Today Blog

Parkinson’s disease (PD) results from the death and deterioration of dopamine-producing neurons (brain cells) in an area of the brain called the substantia nigra. What if those cells could be reprogrammed to function in a healthy way? That is the promise of a stem cell therapy that is called induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). If this extraordinary reprogramming capability could be harnessed ― and if the results were sustainable ― that would be a scientific game changer for treating neurological diseases, including the symptoms of Parkinson’s.

Many people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) have looked to medical cannabis (marijuana) to provide some relief to their range of non-motor and motor symptoms. However, little is known about the effects of medical cannabis for PD symptoms or their potential side effects and safety issues.

The Parkinson’s Foundation makes research more efficient and effective by involving those living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in the research process. People  living with PD are experts because they know this disease, its symptoms and how it impacts their lives.

Aware in Care Ambassadors played a key role in helping the Parkinson’s Foundation distribute 100,000 Aware in Care kits.

The second most common neurodegenerative disorder after Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects approximately one million Americans. Scientists are working toward discoveries to prevent or slow the disease early on, before it affects movement. Breakthrough studies include genetic research that could lead to targeted PD therapy.

PD Health @ Home features new weekly Parkinson’s disease (PD) wellness and education virtual events designed for the PD community. From now until June 12, we have new, exciting events scheduled that help promote mindfulness, highlight COVID-19 issues, exercise classes and more.

The prevalence of Parkinson’s disease (PD) is expected to double in the next 20 years. To date, there are no proven strategies for slowing the progression of PD. A calcium channel blocker medication used to treat hypertension called, Isradipine, has been shown to be neuroprotective in animal models of PD. Several studies of people also indicated the possibility that taking Isradipine may reduce the risk for PD.

As we rapidly approach the 2020 Care Partner Summit | Cumbre Para Cuidadores, now taking place on May 16 virtually, we are getting excited to learn with you!

James Beck, PhD, Parkinson's Foundation Chief Scientific Officer, gives us a high-level overview of what goes on in the brain that leads to a Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis. In this Neuro Talk, Dr.

The coronavirus pandemic quickly changed our day to day lives and has given rise to an increase in healthcare appointments being administered through telemedicine (the distribution of health-related services and information using technology).