Resources to help you learn more about Parkinson’s disease
Every Victory Counts – Davis Phinney Foundation
Your go to resource of essential information and inspiration for taking action and living well with Parkinson’s.
Davis Phinney Foundation – https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/
Explore the Ambassador Program resources to learn more about Parkinson’s basics, exercise, motor symptoms, etc, and make use of the Educational videos.
PMD Alliance – https://www.pmdalliance.org/
An independent, national nonprofit on a mission to empower people impacted by movement disorders with the tools and meaningful connections they need to thrive today. Including educational seminars, video library, PWP & Care Giver tract.
Parkinson’s Foundation (National organization – many resources) – https://www.parkinson.org/
Offering the community, resources and advice to support you and your family as you begin to build a better life with Parkinson’s. Check out the M & OC Committee membership, Videos & Studies.
The Michael J. Fox Foundation (research organization)
https://www.michaeljfox.org/
PD Avengers (global)
https://www.pdavengers.com/
Movement Disorders Foundation
https://www.movementdisordersfoundation.org/
Me Over PD
https://www.meoverpd.org/
Rock Steady Boxing
https://www.rocksteadyboxing.org/rsb-explained/
Levodopa: Myths, Facts, and YOUR Questions Answered — APDA Northwest – Feb 3, 2023 – YouTube
PRESENTER: Dr. Pravin Khemani, Swedish Medical Center
Since the 1960’s Levodopa has been the mainstay of treatment for PD and is the most prescribed medication for PD. Yet, despite the research and general support from the Parkinson’s community, there are many myths that surround the use of levodopa. In this talk, Dr. Khemani will address these myths, talk about Levodopa in its various forms and address Levodopa intolerance. He will also take your questions.
Parkinson’s Disease & You: Parkinson’s Disease and the Bladder — Michigan Medicine – Oct 13, 2023 – YouTube
PRESENTER: Anne Pelletier Cameron, MD, FRCSC, FPMRS, the James Montie Legacy Professor of Urology at the University of Michigan describes the anatomy of the lower urinary tract, causes of abnormal urination and the impact of Parkinson Disease. Several interventions available for managing bladder problems and incontinence are discussed.