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.
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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.

Parkinson's Today Blog

Check out our award-winning Parkinson's Today blog for the latest in all things PD from research updates to tips for daily living.

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Advancing Research

Neuro Talk: How Can We Diversify Parkinson’s Genetic Testing?

Jul 26, 2022

In our latest Neuro Talk, Anna Naito shares early results from PD GENEration: Mapping The Future of Parkinson’s Disease.

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Advancing Research

Health Care Needs of Veterans Living with Parkinson’s Disease

A Parkinson’s Foundation survey sought to understand the health status, demographics, and health care utilization of veterans living with PD.

Aug 16, 2022

Mental Wellness Research

Science News

Investigación innovadora explora las causas genéticas del Parkinson en los latinos

Con el Parkinson en aumento a escala global, la importancia de aumentar la diversidad genética de los participantes en la investigación es de suma importancia.

Aug 16, 2022

Raise Awareness

Congress Introduces the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act

On July 28, 2022, the U.S. House of Representatives introduced the first-ever legislation solely devoted to ending Parkinson’s disease (PD).

Aug 10, 2022

Treatments & Medications

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Raise Awareness

Introducing the New Parkinson.org

We are excited to welcome you to the new Parkinson.org. We are still your go-to Parkinson’s disease (PD) website — now with even more features!

Aug 08, 2022

Raise Awareness

Meet Our Top Volunteers Who Are Making A Difference

Meet our 2022 Volunteer Leadership Award recipients and learn more about what makes them remarkable members of our community who make an impact every day.

Aug 03, 2022

Advancing Research

Neuro Talk: How Can We Diversify Parkinson’s Genetic Testing?

In our latest Neuro Talk, Anna Naito shares early results from PD GENEration: Mapping The Future of Parkinson’s Disease.

Jul 26, 2022

Research

Tips for Daily Living

Hablando con los niños sobre el Parkinson

Compartir un diagnóstico de la enfermedad de Parkinson (EP) con amigos y familiares fomenta la conexión y el apoyo.

Jul 21, 2022

Advancing Research

Tackling Parkinson’s from All Angles: A Movement Disorder Specialist’s Story

Movement disorder specialist and researcher Matthew Burns, works to improve health outcomes for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) from two distinct but complementary angles.

Jul 14, 2022

Movement-Related Symptoms Research Treatments & Medications

Raise Awareness

Local Parkinson’s Program Reaches Black and African American Community

With the backing of the Parkinson’s Foundation and UF Health, Heather and Drs. Irene Malaty and Ashley Rawls kicked off the program with the mission to empower the black and African American community through Parkinson’s education.

Jul 12, 2022

Diagnosis & Early PD Treatments & Medications

Science News

Aerobic Exercise Positively Alters Parkinson’s Brain

Getting regular exercise is essential to managing Parkinson’s disease (PD). It is well established that exercise promotes aerobic conditioning, strength, balance, flexibility and mobility, which can substantially improve overall quality of life.

Jun 28, 2022

Fitness & Diet Movement-Related Symptoms Treatments & Medications