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MD Editorial Contributors Medically Reviewed by Shruthi N, MD on September 18, 2024 Dysarthria (difficulty speaking) and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) can be severely limiting symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Both can be helped by seeing a speech pathologist or...

Last updated Sept. 19, 2025, by Elena Schmidt Fact-checked by Patricia Silva, PhD Staying active with Parkinson’s disease may feel challenging, especially as symptoms change over time. But regular, gentle movement, like walking, stretching, or dancing, can support...

We had to make changes for our safety and sanity Written by Marjorie Weiss | January 30, 2026 It was 2:30 a.m., and I was peacefully asleep when I was jolted awake by an arm suddenly flinging over from the other side of the bed, landing squarely on my face. Instantly,...

It's frustrating when symptoms don't follow any discernible pattern Written by Mollie Lombardi | January 6, 2025 I’ve always been pretty organized and logical. I like knowing the rules and the “why” behind things. My brain looks for patterns I can rely on to predict...

Study finds higher odds of low muscle mass, especially in older men Written by Margarida Maia, PhD | January 16, 2026 Low muscle mass is common in Parkinson’s disease, especially in older men. It was linked to a slightly larger blood pressure drop shortly after...

Written by Agata Boxe | Last updated Jan. 5, 2026 As Parkinson’s disease progresses, your daily routines and support needs may evolve. You may notice new difficulties with movement, thinking, or completing familiar tasks. In advanced stages, you may find yourself...

A frequent flier shares his strategies for navigating air travel Written by Mary Beth Skylis | January 8, 2026 Air travel is hard, even if you do it frequently. You have to navigate busy places, make it past security, and then cram yourself into an airplane like a...

Last updated Aug. 1, 2025, by Kristin DeJohn Fact-checked by Patrícia Silva, PhD When it comes to managing Parkinson’s disease, what you eat can make a meaningful difference. Experts in Parkinson’s and nutrition say that choosing the best diet for...

Physical activity raises dopamine, a key target in fighting the disease Written by Patricia Inácio, PhD | December 24, 2025 Aerobic exercise significantly increases dopamine release in the brain. This helps improve movement and coordination, offsetting dopamine loss...

Prasinezumab, a monoclonal antibody designed to target protein clumps in the brains of people with rapidly progressing Parkinson’s disease, showed promise in reducing motor symptoms. It’s the first experimental monoclonal...