Parkinson’s Disease
(PD) is a neurological movement disorder that effects as many as a million
people in the United States. It is estimated that there are 60,000 new cases diagnosed every year. Early diagnosis is very important for slowing the progress of symptoms.
We are bringing you resources that you can find on the Internet. Keep checking back, as we will keep adding to this list of internet resources. There will also be other print resources added to this list.
The PD YOu Don’t See: Cognitive and Non-motor Symptoms in Parkinson’s
Length: 26:06
Davis Phinney Foundation
Presented by Joanne Hamilton, PhD, ADPP-CN
Advanced Neurobehavioral Health of Southern California in Poway, CA
The non-motor symptoms are very significant in living with Parkinson’s Disease. This video gives practical strategies for understanding and managing these challenges.
What are the Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease? Ask the Experts
Length: 6:46
Butler Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island
Movement Disorders Program
Joseph H. Friedman, M.D., expert in Parkinson’s Disease
This short video gives information on symptoms and diagnosis of PD. This includes information on Deep Brain Stimulation, as well as mood and behavioral aspects.
Parkinson’s: A Dose of Hope
Length: 29:07
University of California Television
January 12, 2011
Leading medical experts from UC San Francisco’s Parkinson’s Disease Clinic and Research Center
This video has excellent information on the research that is being done on Parkinson’s. People with Parkinson’s share their experience of living with the disease.
Parkinson’s: Latest From the Experts
Length: 57:59
University of California Television
January 12, 2011
Leading medical experts from UC San Francisco’s Parkinson’s Disease Clinic and Research Center
This is a longer version of the above video for those who would like additional information.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYRCexa5FCk
National Parkinson Foundation
www.parkinson.org
Mission is “to improve the quality of care through research, education, and outreach”
Has a network of top medical centers (international), Care centers (North America) and support groups.
Free Helpline: 1-800-473-4636
Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson’s
www.davisphinneyfoundation.org
Sponsors “Victory Summits” in various locations
Has excellent practical resources as well as a program Every Victory Counts® that is currently available on a donation basis.
Parkinson’s UK
www.parkinsons.org.uk
This organization gives good information about Parkinson’s, current research, and resources for professionals. It also has an online community.
Free Helpline (in the UK): 0808 800 0303
iPhone Apps recommended by the apppicker website
http://www.apppicker.com/applists/10599/The-best-iPhone-apps-for-Parkinsons
Parkinson’s Central Android App
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details…
(both of the above from the National Parkinson’s Foundation Facebook page)
On Facebook, there are some resources:
Facebook has a closed Parkinsons Online Chat Group with over 5,000 members. Look this up when you are on Facebook, and ask to join. It is a nice member to member support group for either those with Parkinson’s or their loved ones.
Here are some other pages on Facebook that are of interest:
National Parkinson Foundation
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research
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