Parkinson's Blog

LITTLE ROCK — A free, public forum on Parkinson’s disease and Atypical Parkinsonism will be held April 13 at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).

Parkinson first appeared in the crime drama’s second ever episode.

What started as a conversation between two friends over coffee has now grown into a celebration of art, music and giving back. Be-the-cause-of-art celebrates giving back to those suffering with Parkinson’s and mental health illnesses. The fundraiser will take place on Monday, April 14, at The Depot and Baggage Claim downtown, with doors opening at […]

Jets host second annual Parkinson’s Awareness Night April 7

A fundraising challenge encouraging participants to walk 10,000 steps daily has already raised more than 125,000 euros for Parkinson’s research, according to a press release from Stapril. Nearly 2,000 participants have signed up for the initiative, which is in its second year of supporting ParkinsonNL.The timing of the challenge coincides with World Parkinson’s Day, observed annually on April 11. Last year, nearly 500 participants joined the campaign, raising more than 55,000 euros. This year’s total has already more than doubled that amount.

In the second hour of “Connections with Evan Dawson” on 4/1/25, we discuss new treatments for Parkinson’s disease with local experts and explore how to best support those living with the disease.

Moving Day is an inspiring and empowering annual fundraising walk event that unites people around the country living with Parkinson’s disease (PD), their care partners and loved ones to help beat PD. Moving Day is more than just a walk. It’s a celebration of movement – proven to help manage Parkinson’s symptoms.