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MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MAY 2026
Parkinson’s Resource Organization is a small, independent nonprofit serving people with Parkinson’s and caregivers. That probably doesn’t come as a surprise to those of...
April 30, 2026
Newsworthy Notes May 2026
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April 30, 2026
UNDERSTANDING FREEZING IN ADVANCED PARKINSON'S
As Parkinson’s progresses, individuals may experience a challenging and often distressing symptom known as “freezing.” Commonly referred to as freezing of gait, this phenomenon...
April 30, 2026
FOUR ESTATE PLANNING MYTHS THAT COULD COST YOUR FAMILY
Consider this scenario: A teacher of 30 years and mother of three passes away at age 58. She leaves behind a modest home, a...
April 30, 2026
A New Path Forward: Emerging Therapy May Delay Levodopa in Early Parkinson’s
New research presented at the American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting 2026 highlights a promising potential treatment for people in the early stages of...
April 30, 2026
CAREGIVER STATISTICS: A DATA PORTRAIT OF FAMILY CAREGIVING
The Growing Reality of Caregiving in America Family caregiving has quietly become one of the most significant—and often overlooked—forces shaping health care and family life...
April 30, 2026
ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS MAY RAISE PARKINSON'S DISEASE RISK, NEW RESEARCH SHOWS
Recent research is giving food for thought when it comes to Parkinson's disease and how it develops. A study by King's College found that...
April 30, 2026
PRO OUT AND ABOUT: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - MAY 2026
April was a vibrant and meaningful month for Parkinson’s Resource Organization, as our team embraced Parkinson’s Awareness Month (PAM) through connection, celebration, and community...
April 30, 2026
MEET THE PRO TEAM-JOE MILLER
It’s the people behind the scenes at PRO that makes us the special resource organization that we are. This month, meet Joe Miller. 1. Describe...
March 31, 2026
MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR APRIL 2026
Yesterday I encountered a staggering number – $82 billion. That was the economic burden of Parkinson’s and atypical Parkinson’s in the U.S as of...
March 31, 2026
PRO OUT AND ABOUT: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - APRIL 2026
March was a dynamic and impactful month for PRO, as our team remained actively engaged across The Coachella Valley—building connections, sharing resources, and elevating...
March 31, 2026
AI SYSTEM DETECTS PARKINSON’S THROUGH VOICE, WALKING, AND HANDWRITING
A new study published in Frontiers in Digital Health highlights how artificial intelligence (AI) may significantly improve early detection of Parkinson’s. By analyzing subtle...
March 31, 2026
PARKINSON'S AWARENESS MONTH: SHINING A LIGHT ON PARKINSON'S
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of Parkinson’s, honoring those living with Parkinson’s, and supporting the families and caregivers...
March 31, 2026
ONE TYPE OF DRINKING WATER LINKED TO UP TO 62% HIGHER PARKINSON’S RISK
The type of water a person drinks may lead them to have higher risk of developing Parkinson's disease, a new study has suggested. People whose...
March 31, 2026
AT 47, SHE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH EARLY-ONSET PARKINSON'S DISEASE. NOW, SHE'S RAISING AWARENESS FOR WOMEN EVERYWHERE: 'MANY PEOPLE STILL THINK OF AS AN OLD MAN’S DISEASE'
It started as a twitch in her ankle. In 2018, when she was 43, Allie Signorelli noticed an intermittent sensation that didn’t go away....
March 31, 2026
SYNGENTA TO STOP PRODUCING PARAQUAT AMID ONGOING PARKINSON'S CONCERNS
Agricultural chemical manufacturer Syngenta has announced it will stop producing its paraquat-based weed killer by the end of June, marking a significant development in...
