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Parkinson’s Foundation Awards Grants in 40 States for Parkinson’s Community Programs
NEW YORK & MIAMI (August 6, 2024) – The Parkinson’s Foundation today announced the recipients of more than $1 million in community grants for Parkinson’s disease (PD) programs across the United States.
Published Research from the Parkinson’s Foundation Shows Genetic Variants Are More Common in People with Parkinson’s Disease Than Originally Thought
Investigators in the Parkinson’s Foundation-backed PD GENEration study – which reached its goal of 15,000 participants ahead of schedule this spring – found that 13% of participants have a genetic form of PD, which is a significant observation compared to long-standing estimates.
Parkinson’s Foundation Reach Further Campaign Raises $38.4 Million
The Parkinson’s Foundation announced the conclusion of the Reach Further fundraising campaign which raised $38.4 million toward accelerating Parkinson’s disease (PD) research.
In The News
What is Parkinson’s disease—and why is it so hard to diagnose?
National Geographic
July 10, 2024
The cause of the neurological disorder—marked by uncontrollable movements—remains elusive. Yet experts say we may be entering the golden years of Parkinson’s disease (PD) research. Parkinson’s Foundation Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. James Beck, PhD, is quoted for his expertise, discussing PD research milestones and the challenges ahead.
How Is Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosed?
TIME
July 9, 2024
Editor-at-Large Jeffrey Kluger speaks with Parkinson’s Foundation National Medical Advisor, Dr. Micheal Okun, for an exclusive interview about all things Parkinson’s disease (PD).
President Biden Signs National Plan to End Parkinson's Act into Law
July 2, 2024
BREAKING NEWS: President Joe Biden has signed the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act into law. This is the first-ever federal legislation dedicated to ending Parkinson’s disease (PD). Find out more about how this major milestone announcement has the potential to shape the lives of the one million Americans living with PD on our blog.
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