Can exercise help the brain? Does it matter what type of exercise, physical or mental, one does? This year-long study will investigate whether long-term exercise via a pedal-n-play neuro-exercise game leads to greater cognitive benefits than physical activity alone. The iPACES Main Study is our primary research program, and it serves as the entry point for all participation in iPACES research. We currently have one Main Study and one sub-study within it — our Parkinson’s dise

A large nationwide study from South Korea suggests that people with Parkinson’s disease who begin rehabilitation within the first year after diagnosis may live longer than those who delay therapy. Importantly, the potential survival benefit was not limited to people who were still physically independent. Researchers found that earlier rehabilitation was associated with better survival even among people who had already developed functional disabilities. The findings add to gro

The Davis Phinney Foundation is piloting a new online learning experience as an expansion of their Every Victory Counts® program. The eight-week pilot will kick off at the end of September, and they are looking for participants from our area to join! About the Course: While many educational programs focus primarily on information about Parkinson's, the Every Victory Counts® course emphasizes practical application—helping participants navigate everyday challenges, communicate

A new U.S. study is raising questions about whether long-term exposure to chemicals associated with dry cleaning could play a role in Parkinson’s disease. Researchers examined health and location data from more than 19 million Medicare beneficiaries age 67 and older. The study compared approximately 181,000 people who were newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease with more than 18.8 million people who did not have the disease. The researchers found that people who lived close

Glaucoma is an eye condition that damages the optic nerve. It tends to affect people as they age. Did you know there is an association with Parkinson's? Let's dive in. What Is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, the structure responsible for carrying visual information from the eye to the brain. In many cases, this damage is linked to increased pressure inside the eye. The eye naturally produces a clear fluid that nourishes its internal

Join Stand Up To Parkinson's for a day filled with golf, food, drinks, gifts, live auction, and a banquet! Since 2019, Stand Up to Parkinson's has raised over $800,000 supporting local organizations like the Capital Region Parkinson's Center, Albany Medical College's Parkinson's Lab, and Help for Parkinson's by providing local patients with the research, resources, and hope they deserve. This tournament is how we keep that momentum going. When: Monday, August 17th at 11am Whe