Many of you on this list probably have the following info, but I thought it might be helpful for those recently diagnosed or who might want a reference book, etc. or who might want a list that had a lot of the basic resources in one place. This is just part of the list we will be distributing at the Santa Fe symposium site. The other part (in case others are thinking of making up a resource list) includes support groups in our area. Several of the items on the list include information taken directly from this list. I THANK YOU ALL for sharing the info. (Wendy CG John 68 +9, Santa Fe, NM) So here it is: RESOURCE LIST FOR PARKINSON'S DISEASE NATIONAL PARKINSON'S ORGANIZATIONS If you would like to receive information and literature about Parkinson's-contact these organizations and get on their mailing list to receive their free newsletters. United Parkinson Foundation (UPF) * 833 W. Washington Boulevard, Chicago, ILL 60607 * Phone 312.733-1893 * Their newsletter is chocked full of the latest on research developments around the world; the newsletter uses very technical medical terms and may be difficult to comprehend for the lay person, however, the information provided is excellent. They also have a Reading List which allows you to purchase important articles you may have missed in earlier newsletters. This list also incudes booklets on various topics associated with PD. National Parkinson Foundation (NPF) * 1501 NW 9th Avenue/Bob Hope Road * Miami, FL 33136 * Phone 800.327.4545 * Internet address: http://www.parkinson.org/ * Their newsletter is very "lay person" friendly, i.e., it's not technical. It has a wide variety of articles, including research developments, travel tips, a caregivers column, etc. They have other publications available at no cost. Some titles include, "Parkinson's Disease & Employment," "Parkinson's Handbook," and a wonderful collection of poems ("Parkinsonnets") where a Parkinsonian, with humor and pathos describes what it's like to live with PD. Parkinson Disease foundation (PDF) * 710 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032 *Phone 800.457-6676 * e-mail: PDF [log in to unmask] Their newsletter covers a wide area of topics, latest research, drugs, etc. Especially appealing is their ability to condense and summarize their findings. The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) * 1250 Hylan Boulevard, Suite 4B, Staten Island, NY 10305 * Phone 800.223.2732 * Internet address: http://neuro-chief-e.mgh.harvard.edu/parkinsonsweb/Main/PDmain.html * Their newsletter includes articles on research developments, a question & answer column, etc. They offer educational booklets, some which are free-ask for a list of their topics. GOOD READS REPORTS "Parkinson's Disease Update" is an excellent monthly publication which keeps abreast of the latest medical, social and psychological aspects of Parkinson's disease and is very comprehensible. A one year subscription is $40. For further information contact the Medical Publishing Co., P.O. Box 24622-H, Philadelphia, PA 19111* 215 947.6638, (fax) 215 947.2552. Books-Good Basic Resources * "Parkinson's Disease. A Guide for Patient and Family"-Roger C. Duvoisin, M.D. * "Parkinson's Disease. The Complete Guide for Patients and Caregivers-Abraham N. Lieberman, M.D. & Frank L. Williams * "Living Well with Parkinson's. An Inspirational, Informative Guide for Parkinsonians and their Loved Ones"-Glenna Wotton Atwood with Lila Green Hunnewell * "The Case of the Frozen Addicts"-J. William Langston, M.D. & Jon Palfreman DIGITAL SOURCES FOR INFO & SHARING If you have access to a computer and are hooked up on-line, you can share and get info on PD from the Parkinson's Disease Digest-a "global support group"-which is a "list server." A list server collects all E-mail messages sent to it during the day and at night, sends a single E-mail to each member which contains all the messages it received during the day. There is no cost or fee. To become a member open E-mail and set the TO field to the following address: [log in to unmask] You will get this message: SUBscribe PARKINSN Your_Name SET PARKINSN DIGESTS INFO REFCARD Change Your_Name to your actual first and last name separated by blanks. The word "PARKINSN" is parkinson spelled without an "o" due to a limitation of 8 characters in the name. When you send this message, you will receive three E-mail messages back: 1) your membership, 2) setting the digest to return messages as one E-mail message daily; and 3) a list of commands you can use on the server. FOR CAREGIVERSx-As an offshoot of the Parkinson's Disease Digest, this list "CARE" (Caregivers Are Really Essential), is a place where caregivers can share their experiences and vent their feelings. This list is only open to caregivers-however, caregivers can still express themselves on the Parkinson's Disease Digest. To become a member send the following to: [log in to unmask] with this message SUBscribe CARE (your full_name) When you have been added to the list instructions will be sent to you as to how to proceed. Questions regarding CARE can be sent to the co-founders of this group: Camilla Flintermann <[log in to unmask]> Jeff Jones <[log in to unmask]> UDALL BILL - This bill in a nutshell deals with getting more government funds for research on Parkinson's Disease. It would set up 10 PD research centers across the country which would allow for united and cohesive research programs, a database to keep track of risk factors, etc., offer grants to scientists, train health care professionals and establish an educational program to educate people about PD. At present, only $30 per year per Parkinsonian is spent on government funded research, compared to over $300 per patient for multiple sclerosis, and over $1,000 for per patient for AIDS. Ole Isacson, a researcher from Harvard testified at a Congressional hearing that with proper funding he thought a cure was possible within five years. The majority of scientists believe that of all the neurological disorders, more is known about Parkinson's Disease, which again means that with more funding, a cure is on the horizon. Since budget cuts are imminent, it is important that we are heard from to get this bill passed. The remaining New Mexico congressmen who have not endorsed this bill are Senator Pete Domenici and Representative Joe Skeen. Please write or call them to endorse this very important bill. Make 1996 the year when the Udall Bill is passed! The Parkinson's Action Network (PAN) is an organization dedicated to getting the Udall Bill passed. PAN was founded by an attorney, Jean Samuelson, who herself has PD. For further information on the Udall Bill and for strategies as to how you can help get this bill passed, contact the Parkinson's Action Network, at 822 College Ave., Suite C * Santa Rosa, CA 95404 * phone 800 850.4726 * e-mail: [log in to unmask] To write your congressmen: Representatives: Senators: The Honorable _______, M.C. The Honorable ______United States Senate House of Representatives United States Senate House Office Building Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515 Washington, D.C. 20510 If you would like to contact your U.S. Senator or Representative without incurring toll charges, the 800 numbers are 800 962.3524 or 800 972.3524 but please be patient because the 800 numbers take time to transfer and connect to the 202 area code (Washington, DC) line phone numbers.