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How to explain Parkinson’s to family and friends
Written by Agata Boxe | Last updated April 21, 2026 Fact-checked by Inês Martins, PhD Explaining Parkinson’s disease to family and friends can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re still processing what the diagnosis means for you. While Parkinson’s is generally...
AAN 2026: Crexont linked to more on time in new Parkinson’s study
Trial shows longer symptom control and fewer daily fluctuations Written by Marisa Wexler, MS | April 20, 2026 Crexont is an extended-release formulation of levodopa and carbidopa used to treat Parkinson’s symptoms. Switching to Crexont was linked to more good on time...
8 Steps I Take to Get Better Sleep With Parkinson’s
Written by Dr. C | March 19, 2021 Ever had one of those mornings when you wake up and look around, but you’re not sure where you are or how you got there? It used to happen regularly to me when I was a child sleeping overnight at my grandmother’s house. But one time...
The Difference Between Dyskinesia and Tremors
Medically reviewed by Heidi Moawad, M.D. — Written by Stephanie Watson — Updated on February 23, 2026 Key takeaways Parkinson’s tremor is an involuntary shaking that usually happens at rest and often stops with movement. It occurs due to reduced dopamine activity in...
New campaign aims to boost early recognition of Parkinson’s symptoms
Initiative highlights need for clearer communication across care teams Written by Andrea Lobo | April 14, 2026 Campaign supports earlier identification of Parkinson’s symptoms and clearer communication among care teams. Low symptom awareness, especially in younger...
Parkinson’s Weight Loss: A Hidden Driver of Decline?
23 Mar 2026 PARKINSON’S weight loss is emerging as a critical yet under-recognised feature of Parkinson’s disease, according to a new review synthesising current evidence. While the condition is best known for its motor symptoms like tremor and rigidity, non-motor...
How Parkinsonism Subtypes Are Changing Over Time
10 Apr 2026 Author: Anaya Malik PARKINSONISM trends in the UK reveal falling PD incidence, rising prevalence, and increasing recognition of vascular Parkinsonism (VP). Parkinsonism Trends Show Diverging Patterns A large UK cohort study found that the epidemiology of...
Lab-made small molecule may help slow brain disease progression
SK-129 aims to prevent formation of toxic protein clumps Written by Patricia Inácio, PhD | April 8, 2026 Parkinson's and related diseases involve toxic alpha-synuclein protein clumps. SK-129, a lab-made molecule, reduced these toxic protein clumps and their spread. It...
Nothing beats the love of dogs, especially with Parkinson’s
How our last dog watched over my husband after his diagnosis Written by Jamie Askari | Feb. 18, 2025 Growing up, we always had a dog in our family. My mom was particularly fond of schnauzer breeds, so I always had a gray-haired, old-man-looking dog to walk, feed, and...
Personalized DBS for Parkinson’s may result from brain study in China
New research lays groundwork for safer, more tailored deep brain stimulation Written by Marisa Wexler, MS | April 6, 2026 The findings from new research in China may enable personalized deep brain stimulation for people with Parkinson's. The study's scientists used...