Phil Franchina, Author at American Parkinson Disease Association

American Parkinson Disease Association Welcomes Two Accomplished Leaders to National Board of Directors

Posted on June 10, 2025June 10, 2025 by Phil Franchina

New Board Members Bring Deep Expertise in Health Equity, Policy, and Nonprofit Leadership to APDA NEW YORK, NY, JUNE...see more 10, 2025 — The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is proud to announce the appointment of two distinguished professionals to its National Board of Directors: J. Zoë Beckerman, JD, MPH and Adalynn E. Harris, PhD, MPH, […]

Golf Course Concerns: New Research Shows Link to Parkinson’s

Posted on May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 by Phil Franchina

A recent study in Journal of the American Medical Association...see more has caused a stir, showing that living near golf courses is associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease (PD). The study demonstrated that those living within a mile of a golf course had a 2.25 times increased […]

American Parkinson Disease Association Kicks Off 2025 Optimism Walk Series

Posted on April 7, 2025June 10, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Across the country, local communities will mobilize in the fight against Parkinson’s. NEW YORK, NEW YORK, APRIL 7, 2025...see more – The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is pleased to announce the schedule for the 2025 APDA Optimism Walk series – a nationwide movement to raise awareness and vital funds for the Parkinson’s disease (PD) community. […]

American Parkinson Disease Association to Educate and Empower During Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month

Posted on March 11, 2025July 3, 2025 by Phil Franchina

APDA helps the Parkinson’s community live life to the fullest in April and year-round. With a diagnosis every six...see more minutes, public awareness and support are crucial. NEW YORK, NY, MARCH 11, 2025 – April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month, and the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) will commemorate the month with a “Did You Know?” […]

FDA Approves New Adaptive DBS System

Posted on February 28, 2025February 28, 2025 by Phil Franchina

In exciting news, the FDA approved Medtronic’s deep brain stimulation (DBS) system known...see more as BrainSense™. Unlike standard DBS, which delivers electricity to the brain at pre-programmed settings, this technology can sense the brain’s electric signals, known as local field potentials or LFPs, and adjust the stimulation accordingly. This capability, […]

ONAPGO: A Newly-Approved Medication for OFF Periods in Parkinson’s

Posted on February 5, 2025February 28, 2025 by Phil Franchina

ONAPGOTM: A Newly-Approved Medication for OFF Periods in Parkinson’s Breaking News! The first subcutaneous (under the skin) apomorphine infusion,...see more now called ONAPGOTM, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on February 4, 2025. Apomorphine is a dopamine agonist whose effects have a rapid onset. It has been available in the US as a […]

HAND IN HAND: THE ESSENTIAL SUPPORT OF PARKINSON’S CARE PARTNERS

Posted on January 8, 2025January 22, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Care partners are the heart of support for people...see more living with Parkinson’s — providing love, companionship, and a steady hand through every twist and turn of the journey. They bring a sense of safety, trust, and connection, enriching the lives of their loved ones. Whether […]

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT APDA

Posted on January 8, 2025January 22, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Registration is open! The third annual APDA Virtual Parkinson’s Conference will take place February 19-20,...see more and registration is now open! This is a do-not-miss program with something for everyone! Reserve your spot today and get ready for two days of the very latest PD info, hot topics, inspiration, community, and more! […]

RECONNECT FOR VALENTINE’S DAY WITH APDA’S PARKINSEX

Posted on January 8, 2025January 8, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Romance, intimacy, and special connection can often take a backseat to Parkinson’s...see more disease. Life with PD can be challenging, and it can feel busy and overwhelming, especially as symptoms change or increase. For those who have a significant other, you might be missing the tender touches, spicy moments, […]

“ASK THE DOCTOR” WITH DR. REBECCA GILBERT

Posted on January 8, 2025January 9, 2025 by Phil Franchina

Q: I was recently told that carbidopa/ levodopa doesn’t help tremor. Is...see more that true? A: No. Carbidopa/levodopa often helps tremor. However, in a certain percentage of people, tremors don’t respond well as other symptoms of PD such as slowness and stiffness. Movement disorder physicians measure whether medication doses […]

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