AAPR interviews Parkinson's Foundation National Medical Adviser Dr. Michael S. Okun, MD, about how dementia differs from Alzheimer’s and how these facts can help people living with PD know what to expect and feel less fearful about their diagnosis.
Parkinson’s Foundation volunteer Scott Rider is interviewed in this exclusive feature about his journey over the last four years to teach people with Parkinson’s how to play pickleball in a way that best suits their abilities.
Citing the Parkinson's Foundation, U.S. News & World Report discusses the various causes of mood changes, which include Parkinson's disease and its effects on mood-regulating brain chemicals.
Rune Labs announced the launch of a clinical program with the Parkinson’s Foundation to accelerate the discovery of genetic and digital biomarkers for PD that can be used to provide breakthroughs in diagnostics, therapy development and clinical trial design.
The Parkinson’s Foundation was named a finalist in PR Daily’s 2025 Social Media & Digital Awards in the “TikTok” category for its Parkinson’s Awareness Month: #ABCsOfPD Campaign.
AARP outlines research showing that regular physical activity may ease symptoms of PD, including exercise recommendations by the Parkinson’s Foundation.
Kizik announced its partnership with the Parkinson’s Foundation as a National Partner of Moving Day. The year-long partnership includes product and monetary donations, employee education sessions and onsite engagement at Foundation events.
Parkinson’s Foundation National Medical Advisor, Dr. Michael S. Okun, MD, is interviewed about a study from researchers at the Mayo Clinic who found that people who lived near golf courses had a higher risk of Parkinson’s.
Newsweek reaches out to Parkinson’s Foundation National Medical Advisor, Dr. Michael S. Okun, MD, for comment on research showing that those living within a mile of golf courses have 126 percent higher risk of developing Parkinson's disease than those who live more than six miles away.
Parkinson’s Foundation National Medical Advisor, Dr. Michael S. Okun, MD, is interviewed about a new population-based case-control study that suggests living within a mile of a golf course is associated with a 126% increased risk for Parkinson’s disease (PD), possibly due to increased pesticide exposure.