Awareness

Mapping the Risk Mississippi-Ohio River Valley

Mapping the Risk: How Environment Shapes Parkinson’s Disease Risk – Next Stop: Mississippi-Ohio River Valley

| Awareness, Environmental, News

The Mississippi–Ohio River Valley is often celebrated for its cultural heritage, fertile farmland, and manufacturing legacy. Yet beneath this vibrant landscape lies one of the nation’s most striking Parkinson’s disease (PD) hotspots. Recent research has revealed that this region’s air quality, specifically its high levels of fine particulate pollution, correlates with some of the highest PD rates in the United States.

Movement matters

The Surprising Results of Treadmill Training for Parkinson’s

| Awareness, News, Research

Exercise and Parkinson’s: More Than Just Movement
Exercise is increasingly recognized as a powerful non-drug approach for managing Parkinson’s Disease (PD). But how does it really help? And does the intensity of exercise matter? A recent study using a Parkinson’s model in mice offers some fascinating answers.

Happy & Healthy Thanksgiving

Eating Healthy for Thanksgiving with Parkinson’s: Tips and Recipes

| Awareness, Nutrition

Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, and delicious food, but if you’re living with Parkinson’s Disease, the holiday can bring unique challenges. Heavy meals, long dining times, and traditional dishes high in fat or sugar may not line up with your health goals. The good news? With a little planning, you can enjoy a festive meal that supports your strength, energy, and overall well-being.

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