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Science & Research

Medical interventions add years of better life to people living with Parkinson's disease

Ocean State Stories reports on how advances in medical intervention — from deep brain stimulation to focused ultrasound — are giving Parkinson's patients more quality years. Features Dan Alperin and the Run With Parkinson's mission.

Personal Stories

Dan's Chicago Marathon Story: The Race He Almost Didn't Run

The inside account of Major #3 — five days after his Parkinson's diagnosis. What Dan was thinking at the start line. What happened at mile 18.

Training & Movement

How to Build a Safe Running Routine With Parkinson's Disease

A practical guide — developed with movement specialists — for people with Parkinson's who want to start or continue running. When to push, when to rest, and how to adjust.

Community

Why Community Might Be as Important as Exercise for People With Parkinson's

Research is beginning to show that social connection may have measurable neurological benefits. We look at the evidence and hear from members of our own community.

Personal Stories

Telling Your Family You Have Parkinson's: Real Stories, Real Conversations

Members of our community share the conversations they dreaded most — and what they learned from them. Plus guidance from a Parkinson's counselor.

Science & Research

Boxing for Parkinson's: Why Fighters May Have the Slowest Symptom Progression

Rock Steady Boxing has thousands of members. The research on high-intensity non-contact boxing is surprisingly compelling. Here's what makes it different from other exercise.

Science & Research

Sleep and Parkinson's: What the Research Says About Rest and Neuroprotection

Poor sleep is one of the most common and disruptive symptoms of Parkinson's. New research is illuminating what's happening — and what might actually help.

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