Category Archives: NPFM News
Renee Tessman of KARE 11 News reported on new technology that is enabling some people with Parkinson’s disease who have complications while walking. The device is called the Mobilaser, and it was created by the Mayo Clinic. The KARE 11 story featured one patient in particular who is already benefitting from it. Doug Merfeld is [...]
Have you heard the news? National Parkinson Foundation Minnesota was featured in two different local news stories this past week. Ellen McNamara of KSTP TV reported a story about a local teacher in the Hopkins School District, Elizabeth Ogren, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at a young age. Ogren continues to teach elementary students [...]
Thank you to the more than 220 people who joined us for the Annual NPFM Soiree last week. The event was a great success and we’re grateful for dedicated volunteers who help build and strengthen our organization. Some photos of the event are posted on our Facebook page, with more coming soon. In celebration of National Volunteer [...]
There are Superstars among us! We know there are many outstanding Superstars in our Minnesota Parkinson’s disease community. We are thrilled that five of our Minnesota friends were recognized by the National Parkinson Foundation as part of NPF’s nationwide call for Parkinson’s Superstars nominations. Here are just some of the words used to describe our [...]
We hope you have a good pair of comfortable shoes! Today, the first Wednesday of April, is National Walking Day. We have an excellent way for you to celebrate… Let today be your reminder to register, join a team, start your own team, or simply make a donation for Moving Day Twin Cities 2012 on [...]
I’m sure many of you know this already, but people with PD are hospitalized more often than people without PD and they also experience many avoidable complications. NPF, along with NPFM and other chapters across the country, want to help people with PD get the best care possible during hospitals stays or even the trips [...]
NPFM to benefit from Sunday Concert of Thanksgiving Aaron Cook-Grandson’s grandfather has Parkinson’s disease. And the 8th grader is doing something to help his grandfather Paul Olson, Paul’s wife Lois, and others touched by Parkinson’s. You’re invited to his Concert of Thanksgiving 4 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 20 Nova Classical Academy 426 Osceola Avenue South St. [...]
NPFM recently completed a strategic plan that will allow us to do more to improve the lives of individuals with Parkinson’s disease and their families. We need an experienced full time executive director to help move the organization forward. This visionary leader will work with our dedicated Board of Directors and an active volunteer base to lead [...]
NPFM is to excited the share the news that the National Parkinson Foundation (NPF) launched the first free smart phone application to improve diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Parkinson’s Toolkit is a mobile-enhanced website with a companion smart phone app available for download at toolkit.parkinson.org. Check it out and let us know [...]
Wendy’s restaurants in Minnesota and western Wisconsin are again celebrating the baseball season with Bert’s Burger. This year it’s only $1.89 and proceeds benefit Bert and Gayle’s favorite charity — us. This year’s creation is two fresh beef patties, Bert’s special signature sauce, two slices of cheese, lettuce, onion, tomatoes and pickle. From Wendy’s website: [...]
