Hope Soars

06/18/2025

Prasinezumab, which is at the leading-edge of medications being developed to slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease, is moving into Phase III testing. If successful, the trial’s findings ultimately could be used to request approval from regulatory agencies, like the FDA, for widespread use.

The hallmark of Parkinson’s in the brain is the build-up of proteins that destroy dopamine neurons. Scientists hope the drug, developed by Roche, could bind to those toxic proteins and limit their damaging effects on the brain. Breaking this cycle could stop the damage that causes Parkinson’s symptoms to get progressively worse over time — and even halt the disease entirely, so that symptoms could be minimized or potentially never emerge.

A phase III trial tests a drug in a large number of people over the course of months to years in order to gauge the drug’s effectiveness, side effects and safety. Details on the prasinezumab trial size and length have yet to be announced. Read more: https://bit.ly/3I2FM7i

09/07/2024

Class Alert ! Free !

Wildlife Track & Sign Class for People with Disabilities

Join us for an inclusive and immersive Wildlife Track & Sign class designed specifically for people with disabilities. This unique experience invites participants to explore the wonders of nature at their own pace, with a focus on accessibility and engagement. We strive to provide personalized support, ensuring that everyone can fully participate, regardless of physical or cognitive abilities.
The class will cover the basics of tracking wildlife, interpreting animal signs, and understanding the stories they tell about the natural world. Adaptive tools and techniques will be provided, allowing participants to engage with the environment in a way that suits their needs. Whether you're identifying animal tracks in soft earth or discovering hidden signs of wildlife, this class offers a hands-on opportunity to connect with nature.
We welcome individuals with a range of disabilities, offering a supportive and respectful environment where everyone can share in the joy of wildlife observation and the great outdoors. Join us in this empowering journey to deepen your connection with the natural world, learn new skills, and meet like-minded nature enthusiasts. Coming this fall !

07/02/2024

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/capital-region/news/2024/07/02/legislation-will-create-federal-effort-against-parkinson-s

More than a million Americans are believed to be living with Parkinson’s disease.

07/02/2024

WHAT: Press Event - U.S. Congressman Paul D. Tonko celebrates the enactment of his National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act

WHEN: Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. (attendees are requested to arrive in the event space by 9:55 A.M.)

WHERE: Capital District YMCA — Schenectady Branch 433 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305

Congressman Paul D. Tonko will join dedicated local advocates to celebrate the enactment of his National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act. Congressman Tonko’s legislation, which once signed into law by President Biden, will unite the federal government in a mission to cure and prevent Parkinson’s disease and alleviate the financial and health burdens the disease places on American families.

06/09/2024

Come on out to "the Joe" for a great night of fun, friends and baseball! Proceeds benefit The Hope Soars Parkinson's Research Fund at Albany Med.

04/08/2024

https://itvs.org/films/matter-of-mind-my-parkinsons/ Tonight at 10

Three individuals–a political cartoonist, a mother turned boxing coach, and an optician–navigate their lives with resourcefulness and determination in the face of Parkinson’s disease. | ITVS

03/13/2024

Free screening of this movie tonight at 6 pm. Pine Bush Library at 517 Western Avenue, Albany NY 12003.

Wed 13 Mar, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM [EDT]: Matter of Mind: My Parkinson’s / By Anna Moot-Levin and Laura Green Three individuals–a political cartoonist, a mother turned boxing coach, and an optician–navigate their lives with resourcefulness an

03/09/2024

10/30/2023

Imagine a drug that improves quality of life and symptoms for people living with Parkinson’s Disease, and it’s inexpensive. That’s what many patients in the Capital Region are fin…