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Parkinson's Pulse

September 2025 Newsletter

We held our very first fall symposium last year, and we are excited to announce that we are making it an annual event! 

Join us next month, Thursday October 2nd, for an inspiring and informative morning with expert insights and a hands-on exercise demonstration geared for those living with Parkinson's disease.

Hear about cutting edge treatments from renowned neurologist Dr. Jerry Vitek, get practical advice from Dr. Paul Tuite (named a Top Doctor by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine for the past 5 years), learn some new exercises, and explore caregiver strategies from our PD nurses. Whether you're living with PD, caring for someone with PD, or have someone with PD in your life, this free event offers something for everyone.

After running out of tickets last year, we're moving the event to a bigger space, to accommodate everyone!

Where: Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55345

When: Thursday October 2, 2025
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM (Doors open at 9:00 AM)

Click here to register for this FREE event! Registration is strongly recommended, but not required. 

What to expect at the symposium

Agenda

9:00am - Doors open for check in; coffee & pastries

9:30am - Dr. Jerrold Vitek: Therapies for Parkinson's and Essential Tremor

10:00am - Dr. Paul Tuite: "How to get the most out of your Parkinson's Team"

10:20am - Snack and leg stretch

10:30am - Interactive exercise demonstration

11:00am - Becky Southwick, RN: Caregiver Support

11:30am - Closing remarks

Research & Clinical Info Booth

Learn about research opportunities for those with and without PD, find resource handouts and clinic locations, and pick up some freebies.😎 

Parkinson's Advocacy Board Table

Learn more about the new UMN Parkinson’s Patient Research Advocacy Group.

Please join us to Discover, Move, and Connect with your local PD community!

You are very welcome to join us on October 2nd without registering in advance, but it would help us out if you do! Here's the registration link again for this free event. See you there!

Email udall@umn.edu with any questions.

1st Annual Team Kopacz 5K Run/Walk

Knock Out the Miles for PD

Join us for the first annual Team Kopacz 5K Run/Walk supporting Parkinson’s Disease research, fundraising for the University of Minnesota’s participation in the nationwide SPARX3 clinical trial, which studies how different levels of exercise intensity affect PD symptoms and progression.

Team Kopacz has raised over $250,000 for PD research through past events!

When: Sunday, September 21, 2025

Where: Snail Lake Regional Park, Shoreview, MN

Run Schedule

7:30 AM – Runner Check-in

8:30 AM – Family-friendly warm-up

8:45 AM – Kid’s Dash (½ mile, ages 10 and under)

9:00 AM – 5K Run/Walk or 1 Mile Stroll

10:00 AM – Awards, presentations, and kid’s zone games 

Register here! Registration includes finisher shirt and medal, and prizes for top male and female winners in each age group.

Get Connected! 

MN Support Groups
MN in-Person Exercise Programs
WI Support Groups
WI Exercise Programs
These lists are maintained by the APDA.
 

Have a resource or upcoming event you would like to share in this newsletter? studyvolunteer@umn.edu

Want to participate in research? studyvolunteer@umn.edu

For further resources check out our website!
 
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