Author: FPI

10 Dec

Posted at 12:16h in Factsheet

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text] In 1817, when James Parkinson wrote his essay on Parkinson’s disease (PD), he observed that, “the patient, on proceeding only a very few paces, would inevitably fall.” While aging may put us all at an increased risk for...

29 Nov

Posted at 16:15h in Factsheet

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29 Nov

Posted at 14:16h in Factsheet

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Telehealth or telemedicine is when healthcare providers deliver health-related services and information using technology. Telemedicine appointments are becoming an ever-increasing part of healthcare. In addition, studies show that care delivered through telemedicine is as good as care delivered...

20 Nov

Posted at 15:03h in Factsheet

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]There are many myths and misconceptions about Parkinson’s disease (PD) and its treatment. Knowing what is fact or fiction can help optimize your care and quality of life.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Misconception: Parkinson’s ONLY affects movement, or motor symptoms like tremor, stiffness...

20 Nov

Posted at 12:10h in Factsheet

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text] We all need to do the things that make life meaningful and keep us independent, whether in our work, hobbies, social life or in simply taking care of ourselves. But maintaining these activities can be especially challenging for...

19 Nov

Posted at 15:42h in Factsheet

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text] A balanced diet is a foundation of good health. For people with Parkinson’s disease (PD), a balanced diet is even more important. In PD, there are some foods that may help to ease symptoms and help brain health,...

03 Jun

Posted at 14:23h in Factsheet

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Regular visits to the dentist are important for all of us. For a person with Parkinson’s disease (PD), dental care is particularly critical as PD can impact the health of the mouth, teeth and jaw and make dental...

18 Jan

Posted at 10:44h in Archive

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_single_image image="13475" img_size="full" qode_css_animation=""][vc_column_text]WORKSHOP DIRECTORS Angelo Quartarone, MD M. Felice Ghilardi, MD Mark Hallett, MD Monica Norcini, PharmD, PhD[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Join us in Milazzo, Italy for the Fresco meeting on September 2024 focusing on synaptic plasticity and Parkinson’s disease. In the workshop, international experts...

24 Nov

Posted at 17:15h in 2022

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]A GUIDE FOR PARKINSON’S PATIENTS AND FAMILIES[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_single_image image="12122" img_size="medium" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_column_text] Chapter 1 Clinical Research Basics What clinical research is, who can participate and how to get involved.   Chapter 2 Research Participation throughout Your Parkinson’s Journey Why research...