July 1, 2024

Using rasagiline (a Parkinson’s “rescue” drug) together with DULoxetine (commonly known as Cymbalta) is not recommended.  Combining these medications can increase the risk of a...

July 1, 2024

1. Role Play – Start planning well before the trip to avoid stressful situations. Decide everyone’s role in advance – in particular, who will...

July 1, 2024

There are many things that caregivers can do to help themselves and their loved ones prepare for any type of emergency or disaster, but...

July 1, 2024

An older diabetes treatment called lixisenatide resulted in less progression of motor disability after 12 months in patients in an early stage of the...

July 1, 2024

House and Senate lawmakers unveiled a bipartisan package of veterans bills which would dramatically expand in-home care for aging veterans, boost assistance for homeless...

July 1, 2024

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June 1, 2024

Back in February we shared a brief article about a piece of legislation called the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act. This bill would...

June 1, 2024

More than four years after nearly all visitors were barred from US nursing homes amid a spreading pandemic, consumer advocates are pushing to enshrine...

June 1, 2024

Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative disorder that impacts the nervous system, gradually affecting movement and coordination. In its advanced stages, Parkinson’s can lead to...

June 1, 2024

Dehydration in Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a major concern because the risks associated with becoming dehydrated can significantly worsen already compromised neurological function. Complicating...

June 1, 2024

Parkinson’s patient Thomas Matsson was the first in the world to receive 7 million lab-grown brain cells in 2023. Today, he can smell and...

June 1, 2024

Anthony Desjardins has revealed his joy of carrying the Paris 2024 Olympic torch in his home city of Montpellier as a young person with...

June 1, 2024

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May 24, 2024

Bill is inspired by Rep. Jennifer Wexton, with whom PRO’s Executive Director has a unique connection Indian Wells, CA ~ May 24, 2024 – Parkinson’s...

May 21, 2024