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FREE Program-Be Stronger, Live Longer with Parkinson’s Disease-Teaneck, NJ
November 16, 2019 Teaneck, NJ —On Saturday, November 16th at 9:30AM, join Dr. Elana Clar of New Jersey Brain & Spine and FOX Home Rehabilitation Services for a free program intended for patients and caregivers. Hear the latest in nutrition, exercis …
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Join The Parkinson Alliance at Parkinson’s IQ + You on September 14, 2019, in Atlanta, GA
The Parkinson Alliance is uniting with other national Parkinson’s organizations to empower people and families living with the disease through a new strategic health initiative launching this year. Parkinson’s IQ + YOU is a free event presented by The …
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Sinemet CR Discontinued; Learn More About Options
July 18, 2019—Merck, manufacturer of Sinemet and Sinemet CR, announced that once current supplies are exhausted, Sinemet CR will no longer be available in the United States. Read more
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In 2019 and 2020, the Michael J. Fox Foundation and Acadia Pharmaceuticals Will Host a Series of Local Educational Events for Patients and Their Care Partners Around the Country
KINGSTON, N.J. (July 08, 2019) — Recently on June 25, 2019, the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) and ACADIA Pharmaceuticals announced a new initiative called “Parkinson’s IQ + You” that will bring education to communities acro …
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NYC Area: Free LSVT-LOUD Educational Seminar on August 16
July 5, 2019 — Those with PD, their families, friends, caregivers and healthcare professionals are invited to learn about LSVT-LOUD, an evidence-based and effective program for those with PD. Enjoy a FREE one-hour lecture, following which individuals …
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Michigan State University Conducting Survey
Michigan State University and Weill Cornell University are conducting a survey on attitudes and perceptions towards use and timing of deep brain stimulation in Parkinson disease. Click here to learn more.
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An Afternoon of Empowerment for People Living with Parkinson’s
(May 22, 2019) – Learn about the most advanced medical therapies at Retro Fitness in Kingston, NJ. Rock Steady Boxing of South Brunswick is hosting Dr. Jill Farmer and The Parkinson Alliance from 1:15-2:30 on Friday, June 14th. Information lunch will …
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Fox Rehabilitation Parkinson’s Research Fair
April 8, 2019 – Fox Rehabilitation is hosting a Parkinson’s Research Fair on Wednesday, May 22 from 10:45AM-1:30PM at 7 Carnegie Plaza in Cherry Hill, NJ. Lunch provided. Registration is required by May 10. Please contact smhirsch35@comcast.net or 609- …
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Dance for Parkinson’s – NJ Spring Sessions FREE!
(April 5, 2019) American Reperatory Ballet’s Dance for Parkinson’s is offered free for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their caregivers. Each class has live music and creates a warm sanctuary for movement exploration, and a social atmosphere to sup …
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The Parkinson Alliance Reports Survey Findings on Non-Motor Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease from the Patient’s Perspective
KINGSTON, N.J., March, 20, 2019 — The Parkinson Alliance released the results of their 30th survey-based research entitled, Non-Motor Symptoms and Parkinson’s Disease: The Patient’s Perspective, inclusive of 1,164 individuals with Parkinson’s disease ( …
