HelpForPD.org November Newsletter |
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Interview with Allison Yearwood |
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This month I had the pleasure to talk with Allison, a neuroscientist who is a first year Neuroscience PhD student at Kent State University. Click below to read about the work she is doing to help discover new PD treatments and diagnosis tools and learn about her personal connection to PD! |
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Updates on Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease |
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When: Wednesday, November 13th, 1 pm Where: Saratoga Senior Center, in the Dining Room Dr. Kathrin LaFaver, Movement Disorder Specialist, Saratoga Hospital Medical Group - Neurology. Dr. LaFaver will review new developments in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and share updates from the International Congress of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders held in Philadelphia in September 2024. Dr. LaFaver completed her neurology residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, followed by fellowship training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston and the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. To register, call: 518.584.1621 |
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November 2, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm EST |
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Join us to discover how adaptability and resilience can help manage life with Parkinson's disease. Learn effective strategies for handling the disease's progression and managing fluctuating symptoms with confidence. Gain practical tools to respond resiliently to setbacks and emotional challenges and understand the importance of acknowledging emotions and fostering emotional well-being. |
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November 6, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST |
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Receiving a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Join us as we explore the unique ways each person experiences their diagnosis. We will discuss how relationship dynamics may change and provide guidance on maintaining a strong sense of self throughout the journey. |
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November 20, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST |
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Our panelists will share what they have learned and offer effective tips and tools that support everyday challenges. The care partner’s toolbox may include tips for self-care, strategies for building support networks and enhancing communication skills. Join us to share the essential tools and resources that have helped you. |
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Virtual Educational Events This Month |
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Cognitive changes, including slowness in thinking, decreased attention span and difficulty finding words, can often occur in Parkinson’s disease. These changes, along with memory loss, can be frustrating and challenging for the person with Parkinson’s and those close to them. This webinar will review the cognitive and memory changes in Parkinson’s as well as practical strategies to help with daily activities. |
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Join MJFF scientists, staff and other experts as they review this transformational time in Parkinson's research, discussing the latest in the search for better treatments, advances in our understanding of the disease and more. |
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Join us for a talk with Joy Milne, "who can smell Parkinson's", on December 7, 2024. Joy was able to detect the onset of Parkinson’s 12 years before medical science could confirm what she already knew. Watch Joy's Ted Talk below! |
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Every week, we publish a blog post that aims to help you, your caregiver, and anyone else impacted by Parkinson's. Here are some topics we covered last month: |
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We Want to Hear From You! |
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Our mission is to help those affected by PD live well. We want to hear your story and bring a spotlight onto members of our community. Email us at stephanie@helpforpd.org and share with us how you are living well today. Please inform us if you are not comfortable with us sharing your story. |
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