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.

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Videos & Webinars

Expert Briefing: Managing Nighttime Interruptions in Parkinson's Disease

May 14, 2025

Sleep disturbances are a common and often challenging symptom of Parkinson’s disease (PD). This program explores three prevalent nighttime interruptions—Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD), and insomnia—that can affect individuals with PD and their care partners. This session will provide an in-depth look at the causes, symptoms, and practical management strategies for these sleep disorders.

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Additional Resources

Presenter

Roneil G. Malkani, MD
Associate Professor, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Neurologist, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Specializing in Sleep Medicine and Movement Disorders

Videos & Webinars

Expert Briefing: Trouble with Zzz's: Sleep Challenges with Parkinson's

May 8, 2024

A good night’s sleep is critical to our health and well-being. For people with Parkinson’s, sleep is more important as the brain and body need more time to restore. Learn about the common sleep issues associated with Parkinson's disease, how it affects sleep quality, and explore ways to get a better night's sleep while living with PD.

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Presenter

Aleks Videnovic, MD, MSc
Director, Division of Sleep Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital
Professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School

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