American Parkinson Disease Association

American Parkinson Disease Association Brings Top Experts & PD Community Together for Free Two-Day Virtual Event Designed to Educate, Empower, & Engage

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Monday, December 18, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Following the resounding success of last year's inaugural APDA Virtual Parkinson's Conference, which saw more than 3,300 registrants, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is once again hosting a special two-day free virtual conference for people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and their care partners on February 14 and 15, 2024. The APDA Virtual Parkinson's Conference: Educate, Empower, Engage will provide a fantastic opportunity for people impacted by PD to hear firsthand from leaders in PD treatment and research, as well as enjoy important opportunities to connect with other members of the PD community for support, inspiration, and guidance.

Key Points: 
  • Chambers, President & CEO
    Specially curated to educate, empower, and engage the PD community, the second annual APDA Virtual Parkinson's Conference will be an exciting two days of education and inspiration.
  • This free event exemplifies APDA's unwavering commitment to improving the lives of those affected by PD and improving the accessibility of vital resources for the Parkinson's community.
  • We are here for the PD community and hope to serve as a beacon of knowledge and connection.
  • Registration for the APDA Virtual Parkinson's Conference: Educate, Empower, Engage is free and open now.

APDA'S ParkinSex Triumphs With Three Prestigious Industry Awards; Celebrated for Redefining & Rebuilding Intimacy for People With Parkinson's

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- At the MM+M Awards last week, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) won three highly coveted awards for its unique ParkinSex resource which was launched earlier in 2023. APDA's ParkinSex, created in partnership with Havas Health Plus (part of the world's leading health and wellness network, Havas Health & You), is an innovative, experiential guide to intimacy meant to help people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and their partners deepen their connections and improve sexual wellness, which has been linked to overall health and well-being.

Key Points: 
  • APDA's ParkinSex was honored and acknowledged with top awards including the ultimate award of the night, the Titanium Best in Show.
  • APDA's ParkinSex took home the following MM+M awards:
    "We could not be more proud of ParkinSex," states Leslie A.
  • APDA's ParkinSex is a kit that includes stimulating items and a book on how to put them into practice.
  • To learn more about APDA's ParkinSex and the many resources and programs APDA provides, visit http://www.apdaparkinson.org .

HAVAS HEALTH & YOU'S NETWORK OF AGENCIES TOOK HOME RECORD NUMBER OF WINS AT 2023 MM+M AWARDS, INCLUDING TITANIUM 'BEST IN SHOW' AND 'AGENCY ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR'

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Friday, October 6, 2023

The network earned a record number of 9 wins at the 2023 Medical Marketing + Media awards.

Key Points: 
  • The network earned a record number of 9 wins at the 2023 Medical Marketing + Media awards.
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Havas Health & You (HH&Y), the premier healthcare marketing and communications agency, and its network of agencies captured a record number of recognitions at this year's Medical Marketing + Media (MM+M) awards.
  • "HH&Y has always taken pride in putting human purpose at the center of everything we do," says Donna Murphy, Global CEO of Havas Health & You and Havas Creative Network.
  • This year, HH&Y and network agencies Havas Life New York, Arnold New York, H4B Boston, Havas Health Plus, and Havas Voice were named amongst the winners.

American Parkinson Disease Association Launches Professional Training Course to Educate About Advanced Parkinson's Disease

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Monday, July 31, 2023

NEW YORK, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder and although the rate of progression varies significantly from person to person, progression itself is inevitable. With a mission to improve the quality of life of those living with PD, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) created Taking Care of the Person with Advanced Parkinson's Disease©, a specialized online training course to help those who care for people with PD – particularly home health aides, nursing home staff, and visiting nurses – better understand the symptoms and challenges that come with advanced PD and how to best manage them.

Key Points: 
  • The goal of Taking Care of the Person with Advanced Parkinson's Disease is for those who complete the course to feel better equipped to handle the obstacles that may come their way when caring for someone with advanced PD.
  • The course presents an overview of Parkinson's disease, with a focus on the person with advanced PD and is divided into three sections:
    The basics of Parkinson's disease, including the motor symptoms of PD.
  • Taking Care of the Person with Advanced Parkinson's Disease is now one of three free online training courses for professionals created by APDA, all available at http://www.apdaparkinson.org/training .
  • APDA Parkinson's Disease Training for Fitness, Health & Wellness Professionals
    Parkinson's disease is the second-most common neurodegenerative disease (after Alzheimer's) with 90,000 new diagnoses in the United States every year.

American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Kicks-Off 2023 National Optimism Walk Series

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

NEW YORK, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) officially announces the 2023 schedule for the APDA Optimism Walks -- a nationwide movement to mobilize and inspire people to step up and help put an end to Parkinson's disease (PD). There are one million people living with PD in the United States, with an average of 240 being diagnosed every day. With events across the country, the Optimism Walk series brings thousands of participants together across the country to support APDA's mission to help every person impacted by PD live life to the fullest. By raising funds and awareness, every participant is helping to make a difference for those living with the disease today and to push for answers that will ultimately make PD a thing of the past.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) officially announces the 2023 schedule for the APDA Optimism Walks -- a nationwide movement to mobilize and inspire people to step up and help put an end to Parkinson's disease (PD).
  • The 2023 Optimism Walk season kicks-off this spring on April 22 in Atlanta, GA , followed by events taking place in Farmington, CT ; Framington, MA ; Williamsburg, VA ; and Naperville, IL .
  • Once again, corporate partners Amneal Pharmaceuticals and Avion Pharmaceuticals have joined as National Sponsors of the Optimism Walk 2023 event series.
  • For a full list of Optimism Walk locations and dates, visit the Optimism Walk section of the APDA website.

American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) to Celebrate the Importance of Community & Connection During Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

NEW YORK, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- April is Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month and the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is hard at work to raise awareness of Parkinson's disease (PD) and to celebrate the important connections that help foster a supportive community for people impacted by PD. Through a nationwide network of Chapters and Information & Referral (I&R) Centers, APDA works tirelessly to provide the support, education and research that helps people impacted by PD live life to the fullest. Often the first line of defense after a diagnosis, APDA connects people to the information they need to feel more in control; to the medical experts who can help them manage their disease; and to the support and services that can help them feel less alone throughout their PD journey.

Key Points: 
  • With a PD Diagnosis Every 6 Minutes, Awareness is Needed Now More than Ever.
  • NEW YORK, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- April is Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month and the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is hard at work to raise awareness of Parkinson's disease (PD) and to celebrate the important connections that help foster a supportive community for people impacted by PD.
  • Throughout April, APDA will share educational information, along with messages of inspiration and connection on all APDA social media channels using #APDAconnects.
  • Now more than ever, it is critical to support, engage, and inform the PD community and raise awareness about this disease, and Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month is a great time to shine a spotlight on this issue.

HAVAS HEALTH & YOU AND THE AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION LAUNCH SEXUAL WELLNESS CAMPAIGN PARKINSEX

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Parkinson's disease affects more than ten million people worldwide and the prevalence of sexual dysfunction is disproportionately high in patients, causing partners to grow apart physically and emotionally. Symptoms like tremor, rigidity, and fatigue can reinforce this growing distance. To help provide nonclinical strategies for people living with Parkinson's, Havas Health Plus – part of the world's leading health and wellness network, Havas Health & You (HH&Y) – and the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) have teamed up to launch ParkinSex, a guide to intimacy meant to help people with Parkinson's and their partners deepen their connections and improve sexual wellness, which has been linked to overall health and well-being.

Key Points: 
  • To help provide nonclinical strategies for people living with Parkinson's, Havas Health Plus – part of the world's leading health and wellness network, Havas Health & You (HH&Y) – and the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) have teamed up to launch ParkinSex, a guide to intimacy meant to help people with Parkinson's and their partners deepen their connections and improve sexual wellness, which has been linked to overall health and well-being.
  • They embraced the conversation around sexual wellness and propelled it forward without fear," said Allison Ceraso, President and Chief Creative Officer of Havas Health Plus.
  • "Discussing sexual health with patients often takes a back seat when dealing with other medical concerns that can accompany Parkinson's disease.
  • That does not mean that sexual health isn't vital to a person's wellbeing," said Dr. Rebecca Gilbert, APDA Chief Scientific Officer.

HAVAS HEALTH & YOU AND THE AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION LAUNCH SEXUAL WELLNESS CAMPAIGN PARKINSEX

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Parkinson's disease affects more than ten million people worldwide and the prevalence of sexual dysfunction is disproportionately high in patients, causing partners to grow apart physically and emotionally. Symptoms like tremor, rigidity, and fatigue can reinforce this growing distance. To help provide nonclinical strategies for people living with Parkinson's, Havas Health Plus – part of the world's leading health and wellness network, Havas Health & You (HH&Y) – and the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) have teamed up to launch ParkinSex, a guide to intimacy meant to help people with Parkinson's and their partners deepen their connections and improve sexual wellness, which has been linked to overall health and well-being.

Key Points: 
  • To help provide nonclinical strategies for people living with Parkinson's, Havas Health Plus – part of the world's leading health and wellness network, Havas Health & You (HH&Y) – and the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) have teamed up to launch ParkinSex, a guide to intimacy meant to help people with Parkinson's and their partners deepen their connections and improve sexual wellness, which has been linked to overall health and well-being.
  • They embraced the conversation around sexual wellness and propelled it forward without fear," said Allison Ceraso, President and Chief Creative Officer of Havas Health Plus.
  • "Discussing sexual health with patients often takes a back seat when dealing with other medical concerns that can accompany Parkinson's disease.
  • That does not mean that sexual health isn't vital to a person's wellbeing," said Dr. Rebecca Gilbert, APDA Chief Scientific Officer.

American Parkinson Disease Association Brings Top Experts & PD Community Together for FREE Two-Day Virtual Event Designed to Educate, Empower, & Engage

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Monday, January 30, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is hosting a very special two-day free virtual conference for people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and their care partners on February 15 and 16, 2023. Specially curated to educate, empower and engage the PD community, the APDA Virtual Parkinson's Conference will provide a fantastic opportunity for people impacted by PD to hear firsthand from leaders in PD treatment and research, as well as enjoy important opportunities to connect with other members of the PD community for support, inspiration, and guidance.

Key Points: 
  • February 15-16, 2023
    NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is hosting a very special two-day free virtual conference for people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and their care partners on February 15 and 16, 2023.
  • "The APDA Virtual Parkinson's Conference will include an important mix of education, inspiration and fun for both people living with PD and their care partners – no matter where they live.
  • "Through our nationwide network of Chapters and Information & Referral Centers, we are serving and supporting local Parkinson's communities every day.
  • Registration for the APDA Virtual Parkinson's Conference: Educate, Empower, Engage is free and open now.

American Parkinson Disease Association Expands Support to More Communities With Resources in Simplified Chinese

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

NEW YORK, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The mission of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is to provide the support, education, and research to help everyone impacted by Parkinson's disease (PD) live life to the fullest. However, it is challenging to meet this goal when everyone impacted by PD doesn't speak the same language, or have access to reliable wifi, or live near medical specialists, etc. Therefore, it is part of APDA's current three-year strategic plan to expand its reach to under-served, under-studied, and under-represented communities in order to promote health equality and access to care and provide much-needed education and support. Just one step in this direction is the launch of two newly transcreated resources, the APDA Parkinson's Disease Handbook, and the APDA Medical ID Card , both of which are now available in Simplified Chinese. They can be downloaded for free from the APDA website or free hard copies can be mailed to your home.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The mission of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is to provide the support, education, and research to help everyone impacted by Parkinson's disease (PD) live life to the fullest.
  • Just one step in this direction is the launch of two newly transcreated resources, the APDA Parkinson's Disease Handbook , and the APDA Medical ID Card , both of which are now available in Simplified Chinese.
  • "We are very excited to launch these two key resources in Simplified Chinese as a first step in better serving the Chinese community," states Leslie A.
  • The APDA Parkinson's Disease Handbook has been designed to provide a strong overview of PD, including:
    In addition to the Parkinson's Disease Handbook, APDA also translated its Medical ID Card into Simplified Chinese.