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#  Expert Briefing: Research Update: Working to Halt PD 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 April 10, 20241:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST

 

 Free 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=112494&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Husband and wife lookin at a tablet while on their porch](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/wellness-wednesdays-event-banner-2026.png?itok=s2_h0Y4k)  ### Wellness Wednesday: Expert Briefing Series

There is still a lot we don’t know about Parkinson’s disease (PD), and through research, efforts are being made to close the gaps in our knowledge and understanding. In addition to the development of new therapies for symptom management, research also seeks to find ways to stop progression and ultimately end PD. During this EB, we will learn about current research that is taking various approaches to develop a treatment that may significantly slow PD’s progression.

[REGISTER FOR ALL EXPERT BRIEFING WEBINARS IN 2024](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=112473&view=RSVP)

### Speaker

**Lorraine Kalia, MD, PhD, FRCPC,** Associate Professor  
Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto  
Toronto Western Research Institute  
Tanz Centre for Research in Neurodegenerative Disease

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

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 *We want to thank this webinar's sponsors, UCB and Novartis, for supporting our mission.*

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  *PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.*

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 This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

 

 

  ##  Upcoming Events 

  Educational Events

###  [ Care Partner Conversations ](/events/2026/Sep2WW) 

 Led by care partners, these webinars will bring together spouses, partners, family members, and friends who provide care—or anyone interested in learning more about caregiving and Parkinson’s disease.

 September 2, 2026Virtual

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118349&view=RSVP) 

   Educational Events 

###  [ Speech &amp; Swallowing ](/events/2026/providence) 

 Learn tools and exercises to help you better understand and manage speech, swallowing and communication problems in PD.

 September 3, 2026Providence, RI

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119329&view=RSVP) 

   Fundraising Events 

###  [ Move &amp; Mingle Las Vegas Speakeasy for a Cure ](/events/2026/Move-and-Mingle-LV) 

 Prepare for an evening of cocktails, period-inspired appetizers, music and connection as we continue the fight against PD.

 September 3, 2026Las Vegas, NV

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-001C000001QgN2JIAV/events/vevt:6fa0d055-4fa3-4065-bb99-1392d8217a27/home/story) 

  

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 ###  PD Health @ Home 

 Join us for new, weekly virtual wellness programs! Take part in one or all of our events that cover: mindfulness, interviews with experts and guided exercise.

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