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After my uncle's diagnosis, everything slowed down and took more planning Written by Crystal Onyema | May 13, 2026 Before Parkinson’s disease, my late uncle Brandon was always on the move. He always needed something to do, especially on weekends. If he wasn’t planning...

Medically reviewed by Meredith Goodwin, MD, FAAFP - Written by Rena Goldman - Updated on July 18, 2025 People move through the stages of Parkinson’s at a different pace. At each stage, treatments are available to help as symptoms progress. The progression of...

For athlete and author Steve Yellen, embracing challenges is empowering Written by Mary Beth Skylis | May 7, 2026 Connecticut-based Steve Yellen was a weekend athlete before he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease seven years ago. He first noticed a tremor in his...

May 10, 2026 Author(s)Marco Meglio, Rebecca Wilkins Rebecca Wilkins, Divisional Vice President of R&D Neuromodulation at Abbott, discusses the evolving role of deep brain stimulation in Parkinson disease, including patient selection, newer DBS technologies, and...

Medically reviewed by Nancy Hammond, M.D. — Written by Rachael Zimlich, RN, BSN — Updated on February 12, 2026 Key takeaways Stress, mood changes, and emotions such as anxiety and depression can worsen motor symptoms in people with Parkinson’s disease. Medications,...

Researchers say supplements may have cognitive benefits, call for more studies Written by Marisa Wexler, MS | May 1, 2026 Probiotics did not reduce anxiety in Parkinson's patients more than a placebo. However, probiotic use showed potential cognitive improvements....

By Nicole Gregory, Published on March 16, 2026 From walking and strength training to yoga and balance work, doctors say regular exercise can ease Parkinson’s symptoms and improve quality of life — and it’s now central to care. In 2023, when Samantha Dunn was 58, she...

Routine biopsies could reveal neurodegenerative risk Written by Andrea Lobo | April 29, 2026 Gut protein misfolding can predict neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's years before symptoms appear. Routine gut biopsies showing PME were linked to neurological...

Along with neurodegeneration, vascular issues may drive disease progression Parkinson's disease involves toxic alpha-synuclein protein clumps damaging both brain cells and blood vessels. These clumps weaken blood vessel lining, disrupt the blood-brain barrier, and...

Caregiving responsibilities hold many back from opting for procedure Written by Marisa Wexler, MS | April 27, 2026 Women with Parkinson's are less likely to undergo deep brain stimulation (DBS) than men. Lack of reliable support and fear of burdening loved ones are...