Dr. George Ackerman

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Miami, FL Tropical 5K, 1/24/2026  Parkinson’s Foundation
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Miami, FL Tropical 5K, 1/24/2026 Parkinson’s Foundation

Miami, FL Tropical 5K, 1/24/2026 Parkinson’s Foundation In memory of my mother, Sharon. The Pre-Race It’s 5:30 a.m. in Miami, Florida, and I’m here…

January 24, 2026
Dr. Larry Grogin
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Dr. Larry Grogin

In 2019, Dr. Larry Grogin was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease—news that might have stopped many, but instead ignited a new chapter of service. Each…

January 23, 2026
To The White House
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To The White House

To The White House Mr. President, We urgently need increased funding for the NIH to accelerate research toward a cure for Parkinson’s disease. We…

January 23, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- Launches “Parkinson’s Policy Podcast”
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- Launches “Parkinson’s Policy Podcast”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TogetherForSharon® & Power Over Parkinson's Launches “Parkinson’s Policy Podcast” with Release of Episode One Washington, DC — TogetherForSharon® proudly announces the…

January 21, 2026
Jodie Tickle: Fighting Parkinson’s through CrossFit & Functional Fitness
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Jodie Tickle: Fighting Parkinson’s through CrossFit & Functional Fitness

My name is Jodie and I was born in Australia. I am an Adaptive Crossfit and Bodybuilding athlete, diagnosed with Idiopathic Early Onset PD…

January 20, 2026
Stephanie Ford: Caregiving & Honoring the Stories of Those We Love
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Stephanie Ford: Caregiving & Honoring the Stories of Those We Love

I’m Stephanie, founder of Life Stories with Steph. I’m a caregiver, storyteller and end-of-life doula with years of experience supporting individuals and families through…

January 18, 2026
Erica Brooks: Small Changes Matter: Empowering Everyday Life with Parkinson’s
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Erica Brooks: Small Changes Matter: Empowering Everyday Life with Parkinson’s

I am an occupational therapist, advocate, and the founder of Parkinson’s Pathways, with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals as they navigate changes…

January 16, 2026
An interview with Dr. Phyllis Abel Deal: Fearlessly facing Parkinson’s
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An interview with Dr. Phyllis Abel Deal: Fearlessly facing Parkinson’s

I hold a PhD in sociology and a Masters in Psychology & Counseling I taught in higher ed for more than 20 years. I…

January 14, 2026
Sara Martinelli de Souza: the Parkinson’s Channel & Living Well with Parkinson’s
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Sara Martinelli de Souza: the Parkinson’s Channel & Living Well with Parkinson’s

I am Sara Martinelli, 33-years-old, a neurologist from Brazil. I created Parkinson's Channel, an international educational platform on Parkinson's disease, to support patients and…

January 13, 2026
​​Need a speaker on Policing, Law Enforcement and Parkinson’s Disease?
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​​Need a speaker on Policing, Law Enforcement and Parkinson’s Disease?

​​Need a speaker on Policing, Law Enforcement and Parkinson’s Disease? Today I had the honor of presenting to Ridgewood YMCA​ on "Policing and Parkinson’s…

January 12, 2026