Capital District Parkinson's Support Group

The brain changes that are part of PD can also cause sleep difficulties and some people have problems sleeping even before movement...

https://www.michaeljfox.org/news/ask-md-medical-marijuana-and-parkinsons-disease The second most common cannabinoid, cannabidiol (CBD),...

What is micrographia? Micrographia is an acquired disorder that features abnormally small, cramped handwriting or the progression to...

"Exercise is a universally available, side-effect-free medicine that should be prescribed to vulnerable populations as a preventive...

Yoga is an effective way for Parkinson's sufferers to increase flexibility and ward off the rigidity associated with PD. Muscle spasms,...

A Parkinson’s boxing class is a full-body workout exercise regimen where you perform non-combat boxing exercises. A typical Parkinson’s...

When one thinks of nutrition, one thinks of diet. There is no one size fits all diet for all patients with Parkinson’s. Rather, one must...

If you have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, you may be concerned about continuing to work and make a living for yourself and...

Service dogs trained to work with people with Parkinson's can help their owners maintain balance while walking, or alert a family member...

PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of Parkinson’s Disease is a national initiative that offers genetic testing for clinically relevant...

APDA People with Parkinson’s disease (PD) have been asking a lot of questions about COVID-19 since the pandemic began and APDA has been...

Thanks to the Colorado Talking Book Library, we now have the EVC in audio format. You can download all of the files here:...

The program is free and open to anyone who would like to attend. Registration required. To learn more and register visit:...

Davis Phinney Foundation https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/medication-and-parkinsons/ APDA https://www.apdaparkinson.org/what-is-parkins...

Thomas R. Stephany, 63 of Delmar, died peacefully at Albany Medical Center December 1, 2020, after a courageous battle with COVID-19...

For seniors, transportation is a vital aspect of remaining independent since it provides access to healthcare, support services, and...

Senior Housing Options Directory Deciding on one’s next home can be a stressful and complicated experience, especially for seniors. The...

For older adults, a fall can trigger a series of events that ultimately result in declining health and  a loss of independence....

Hello, Might you or someone you know be interested in joining a Parkinson’s care partners virtual support group?  Over the past few...

A movement disorder specialist isn't something that is board certified.The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society provides...