Liora Galina
Liora Galina Hello, I'm Liora, I'm married, mother of three daughters and grandmother of seven grandchildren. Lives in Ashdod. I retired. After a 40-year career as a social worker in all kinds of therapeutic and administrative fields. Dealing with Parkinson's for 3.5 years. What allows me to deal with the disease is playing sports and playing in playback theater (contributes to mood, creativity, memory retention). I am responsible, [...]
Meir Halfon
Meir Halfon Hello, my name is Meir Halfon. Graduate of 18 years of study, married +3 graduates, manager in a marketing network, retired. Parkinson's contender for 5 years, voluntarily manages the Ashdod branch of the Parkinson Israel Association. My motto in life: life gave you lemons, make lemonade out of them. Everything is good even what seems bad to you at the moment you will learn to find the good in it and there is good. borrow […]
Hillel Shemer
Hillel Shemer Hello, I'm Hillel Shemer. A mechanical engineer by profession, I was vice president at Makhteshim Agan, then vice president of Teva, and then I retired. Parkinson's made me know a full group, whoever wants to connect with me, will also know this amazing group. My motto in life: enjoy together in good company, accompany a contender for me This is a mission!!! Everyone who deals with public affairs and faith, [...]
Tomer Peleg
Tomer Pelag Shalom, my name is Tomer Pelag, 53 years old, married to Lilach, we have 3 daughters. I worked for 15 years as a communication system engineer at Elbit, I was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2013. After the diagnosis, I studied mathematics and did some teaching. In addition, I did a lot of qigong and alternative healing, and yet 3 years ago I had a DBS surgery. And today I try to balance between [...]
Yehiel Gav
Yehiel Gev Hi, my name is Yehiel Gev, better known as Goto, I live in Rehovot, I am 66 years old, married, father of three children and grandfather of eight grandchildren. I am an optimistic person by nature, see everything as an opportunity for change, love to teach and listen. A software engineer by training, working full-time at a large hi-tech company in Tel Aviv, I was diagnosed at the age of 60, half an hour after the diagnosis I found the website [...]
Tal Asher
Tal Asher Hi, I am Tal, 56 years old, mother of two (23 and 20) divorced but in a stable relationship, living in Tel Aviv (and loving it) I have been diagnosed for almost 15 years and among other things I accompany those facing health challenges and lecture on Dealing with life crises through my dealing with the disease. I am the captain of a volleyball team in Tel Aviv, I dance Nia, I practice yoga [...]
Itzik Barik
Itzik Barik Hi, I'm Itzik Barik, Amit Malwa on behalf of the Parkinson Israel Association. 71 years old, dealing with Parkinson's disease for 9 years. Even before the discovery of the disease, I challenged myself in 4 marathons in Israel and around the world! Three years ago I was among the initiators of establishing a sports team for contestants and those who were not "the Lions". I discovered new areas of creation, which gave me satisfaction - singing, acting, music, […]
Efrat Xantini
Efrat Xantini Hi, I'm Efrat Xantini, 50 years old, married and mother of 3, works as a social worker, has been diagnosed for 5 years and lives a full and happy life with Parkinson's. My motto in life: wherever needed and I can - I will reach out for help. Everything I've ever given, I've gained from it. I believe that you should not be alone in the new struggle, my goal is [...]
Ofra Marek
Ofra Mark Hi, I'm Ofra Mark, 53 years old. Mother of Amit (25), Yuval (22) and Roni (14), married to Yoav. Professionally, a private English teacher. I was diagnosed with Parkinson's about 6 years ago, after dealing with primary tremor for many years. Since the diagnosis, it has been clear to me that I do not waste unnecessary energy hiding and will do everything to maintain a normal life with a high quality of life. The change […]
Itzik Amar
Itzik Amar Hi, I am Itzik Amar, born in 1964, married and the father of Naa (born in 2000) and Dana (born in 2003). Active in the Parkinson Israel Association since 2020. Lives in Ra'anana and deals with high-tech and information systems from the military service until today. "A man of people" - helps, listens, teaches, educates, knowledgeable in many fields and a friend. My motto in life: live the present but always think about [...]
Gustavo Reiter
Gustavo Reiter Hey, my name is Gustavo, 60 years old, grandfather of three, father of two and married in love. I spent 40 years in high tech until five years ago when I was diagnosed with Parkinson's. I traded flights for my love of horses as a therapeutic riding instructor. The mentoring project for me is an opportunity to give and it is equally important to receive. I am an optimistic person, who likes to share, give and experience new experiences that enrich my world and those around me [...]
Expect that there is
Tzipi Sis My name is Tsipi Sis. I am 68 years old. I am an active volunteer in the Parkinson's Association in Israel and the Parkinson Europe organization. From the moment I received the diagnosis, 18 years ago, I decided that the disease would not define me. With optimism and determination, I embarked on a life journey with complex and changing challenges. I learned to manage the disease and live a full life. I am engaged in art, sports and joy in my life. A newly diagnosed escort for me is a companion for the challenge. […]
Tzipi Goldberger
Tzipi Goldberger Hi, my name is Tzipi, 62 years old, mother of lovely twins, 24 years old, lives in Tel Aviv. I served in the IDF for about 20 years in training/management/command positions in addition to working as an intensive care and neurological rehabilitation nurse. I have been diagnosed for about 17 years and currently engages in a lot of daily physical activity and volunteers at an association as the coordinator of the youth community. By nature I am hopelessly optimistic (with responsibility), knows how to recognize the good, […]
Eitan Gross
Eitan Gross Hi, I'm Eitan Gross, 58 years old, father of Gil (22) and Eyal (20), and professor of biology at the Weizmann Institute in Rehovot. I was diagnosed at the age of 53. Since the diagnosis, I have slowed down at work and in my personal life and try to do mostly what I love. Since the diagnosis, I have also begun to investigate in my laboratory the possible connection between mitochondrial "fatigue" and the onset of Parkinson's. My great loves are the study of mitochondria, […]
Ruti Aharonov
Ruti Aharonov Hi, I'm Ruti. Hard to believe but very soon I will be 80 years old. Mother of 3, grandmother of 5 lovely grandchildren. I am full of curiosity and joy of life, despite the Parkinson's that joined my life about five years ago. It wasn't like that at first. Following the diagnosis, I was filled with feelings of fear and apprehension about what was expected of me in the future. These hard feelings faded over time [...]
Amitan Mendelssohn
Amitan Mendelssohn Hi everyone, I'm a 67-year-old Amitan. I've been dealing with Parkinson's for 10 years. Very happy for the opportunity to participate in the community of mentors and pass on the knowledge and personal experience I have gained over the years, which can make a big difference to those who are new to our club and make it easier for them at the beginning. For about three years, he has been accompanying new contestants personally in the style of mind/body [...]
Sean Harrell
Shawn Harel Hi, I'm Shawn Harel, 60 years old. Mother of 4 children and grandmother. Psychotherapist and yes, I'm still working. I was diagnosed with Parkinson's 9 years ago. My motto is that Parkinson's is not what runs my life. Parkinson's is one of the things that accompany me in my life's journey. I practice Chi Kung, Pilates, table tennis, dancing and trekking. I volunteer at "Yad for Recovery" and the association [...]
Itzik ben Aharon
Itzik ben Aharon Hi, I'm Itzik. Dealing with Parkinson's for about 10 years and at the same time a regular volunteer in a number of places including the Parkinson's Association in Israel, Bells Association and assisting high school students in teaching math and physics in preparation for graduation. The attached photo proves it. I have always been involved in developing and empowering people, both in my past as a senior manager in a large organization and today, in all the volunteering I do. I am […]
Debbie Levin
Debbie Levin Hi, I'm Debbie. 68 years old. She has been dealing with the disease for about 6 years. For the past two years, I have been managing the activities of the Parkinson's community in Hadera and the surrounding area. My motto in life: "Always look at the glass half full, don't dwell on the past. Because you can't change it. Always face the present and the future." Accompanying a new contestant: "makes me satisfied [...]
Medicines for gene therapy - a new hope
Medicines for gene therapy - a new hope Yedioth Ahronoth 15.11.2019 About 30 thousand people in Israel, before estimates, suffer from Parkinson's and another 300 thousand people are at risk of developing the disease. After reading the whole article…
Nasal treatment against Parkinson's disease
Nasal treatment for Parkinson's disease By: Angela Herring Published on: NORTH EASTERN UNIVERSITY website Professor Barbara Woczak, professor of pharmaceutics and Brendan Harmon, PhD student presented their innovative treatment for Parkinson's disease at the EXPERIMANTAL BIOLOGY 2013 conference in Boston (photo (Heratch Ekmekjian) Each year, 60000 new adults are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, a degenerative disease of the nervous system that causes a collection of symptoms including tremors, movement [...]
Eating excessive chocolate and Parkinson's
Eating excessive chocolate and Parkinson's Eating excessive chocolate in the amount of a package per day increases the risk of Parkinson's - so warn researchers from India Dan Even 13.05.2013 The virtues of chocolate have become clear in recent years against the background of research findings that attribute medical properties to dark chocolate, which is rich in antioxidants that protect the body's cells and help prevent diseases Cardiovascular and even cancerous tumors. However, the favorite food […]
Let's Talk About Sex (and Parkinson's)
Let's talk about sex (and Parkinson's) Let's talk about sex (and Parkinson's) Gila Bruner and Orna Moore Published in Living with Parkinson's A call to the international Parkinson's community on April 9, 2015 Sexuality and intimacy are a challenge facing Parkinson's patients and their partners. But as Gila Brunner and Erna Moore explain, they open channels of communication that are essential for a normal quality of life. closeness […]
Sexuality as an existential necessity?!
Sexuality as an existential necessity?! Sharon Peleg Nesher MA, RN Yael Manor PhD Tanya Gurevich MD Movement Disorders Unit and Parkinson's Service Tel Aviv Medical Center The development of medicine makes it possible to extend the life expectancy of patients with diseases that were previously considered intractable. This development brings with it a broader view of the concept of "treatment of the disease". Therefore concern for a good quality of life […]
Sleep and the relationship to drugs
Sleep and the relationship to drugs Professor Rabei - director of the clinic for Parkinson's disease in Assaf Harofeh Sleep is a physiological activity in which changes in brain wave activity (EEG) occur and also metabolic changes are essential to life. Humans spend about a third of their lives in different stages of sleep (8 hours average out of 24). Thanks to the inclusion of electrophysiological techniques, primarily the EEG, differences in brain activity during wakefulness and sleep were discovered. […]
Brisk walking may stop Parkinson's disease symptoms
Brisk walking may stop Parkinson's disease symptoms on the MEDLINE PLUS website A study found improvement in posture, walking, muscle stiffness, mood, attention and overall quality of life Parkinson's patients who routinely go for sportive walking may improve their physical and mental condition. "The benefits of physical activity in Healthy people, larger in Parkinson's patients, due to its effect on the symptoms of the disease. People […]
Feinstein announces the submission of an application for a new drug to diagnose Parkinson's disease syndrome
Feinstein announces the submission of a new drug application for the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease syndrome November 14, 2012 Published in Parkinson's & Movement disorders The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research announced today the submission of a NEW DRUG APPLICATION to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Fluorodopa F 18 for the PET scan used to diagnose Parkinson's syndrome. Earlier this year, get […]
Medical marijuana (cannabis) in certain diseases of the nervous system
Medical Marijuana (Cannabis) in Certain Diseases of the Nervous System Summary of a Symposium on the Subject An Overview of the Subject for Patients and Their Families A Publication of the American Academy of Neurology These information pages present the updated research on medical marijuana (cannabis) for the treatment of certain diseases of the nervous system. The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) is one of the largest associations in the world that unites neurologists and professionals in the field of neuro […]
Too much protein (in excess) may kill brain cells as Parkinson's disease progresses
Too much (excess) protein can kill brain cells as Parkinson's disease progresses the disease Researchers have apparently managed to identify how the main genetic cause of Parkinson's disease […]
Parkinson's: stop shaking
Parkinson's: stop shaking by: Havshelat Schwartz, zap doctors reporter, 26/01/14 Parkinson's disease, or by its Hebrew name, tremor, is a disease in which there is degeneration of nerve cells in the nervous system, and as a result, various motor disorders occur such as slowing of movement, involuntary tremors, Disturbances in balance and walking and muscle stiffness. The disease is usually diagnosed after the age of 50 and its prevalence increases with age. The causes of the development […]
When cells "eat" their power plants
When cells "eat" their powerhouses When cells "eat" their powerhouses: Scientists solve mystery surrounding basic cellular process Date: September 30, 2013 Published at: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/09 /130930140518.htm (Artist's rendering of mitochondrion interior. (Credit: © Mopic / Fotolia) A combination of unexpected results in experiments and hard laboratory work allowed a research group from different fields from the University of Pittsburgh to report […]
Research on surgery to treat Parkinson's patients receives a research grant from the National Science Foundation NSF
Study on surgery to treat Parkinson's patients wins NSF research grant Press Release Dated: October 1, 2013 University of Houston By: Toby Weber Published at: http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-10/uoh-psr100113. php Research on surgery to treat Parkinson's patients receives a research grant from the National Science Foundation NSF. A member of the University of Houston engineering faculty is working on improving DBS surgery. Researcher at Cullen College of Engineering at the University of Houston […]
Artificial sweetener against Parkinson's
Artificial sweetener against Parkinson's Itay Nevo According to Israeli researchers: Mannitol inhibits the disease in animals Parkinson's disease - tremor, in Hebrew - is a degenerative disease of the nervous system, which manifests itself in tremors and movement difficulties, and later in a decrease in brain function to the point of dementia - dementia. The number of patients in the world is estimated More than seven million (including the boxer Muhammad Ali and the actor Michael J. Fox), and in Israel [...]
Improving mood is key to quality of life when living with Parkinson's disease
Improving mood is a key to quality of life when living with Parkinson's disease By: Andrew Hollick Published on the website of NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY IN CHICAGO Mood, not movement, can be the biggest challenge for people with Parkinson's disease. An ongoing study involving over 6000 Parkinson's patients in 4 countries found that anxiety, depression, and negative behavior had the greatest impact on all disease indices examined. […]
MJFF - undertakes to invest up to 10 million dollars to find a cure for Parkinson's disease
MJFF - commits to invest up to $10 million to find a cure for Parkinson's disease MEDICAL NEWS NET The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Disease Research (MJFF) has committed up to $10 million to its next round of funding for the Edmond J. Sapra Core Program for Parkinson's Research Parkinson to promote research in meaningful and curative treatments for Parkinson's disease. The core programs named after […]
A new study in Parkinson's disease is underway at the University of Virginia
New research into Parkinson's disease begins at the University of Virginia by: Sandy Houseman Posted on the NORTHWEST FOUNDATION website The University of Virginia will soon begin research that could help Parkinson's patients. Doctors will use focused sound waves to create changes in the brain that will remove or reduce the vibrations. The University of Virginia is one of many medical centers testing the use of focused ultrasound. Doctors use sound waves to destroy […]
Higher levels of iron in the blood may protect against Parkinson's disease
Higher levels of iron in the blood may protect against Parkinson's disease By: Christine Hesio Published on the website of the NORTHWEST PARKINSON'S FOUNDATION New research has found a link between high levels of iron and a lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease. The latest study published in JOURNAL PLOS MEDICINE examined whether there is a relationship between the level of iron in the blood and the risk of developing Parkinson's disease. […]
A lesson in optimism
A Lesson in Optimism By: Miriam Kates Luke Posted in: "IN JERUSALEM" Tai Chi and Dance Classes Allow Parkinson's Disease Patients to Keep Moving If you walk through the rose garden in the Talbiah neighborhood on Monday mornings, you might meet Danny Looney and his group of students in the middle of a practice. Tai Chi in a shady corner of the garden. Although to the uninformed observer, Tai Chi […]
A cure for diabetes moves us one step closer to the holy grail of treating Parkinson's disease
Diabetes Cure Moves Us One Step Closer to the Holy Grail of Parkinson's Disease Treatment By: Claire Beale Published on the NORTHWEST FOUNDATION website Thanks to the general public's sympathy for Michael J. Fox, Muhammad Ali and, more recently, Bob Hoskins, more and more people have heard of Parkinson's disease . Despite this, the disease remains understood by few. Except for tremors, which many associate [...]
Merck marks another setback in the search for drugs for Parkinson's disease
Merck marks another setback in search for Parkinson's disease drugs By: Ryan McBride Published in: FIERCE BIOTECH Merck has halted one of its most advanced efforts to develop a drug treatment for Parkinson's disease. A Phase 3 clinical trial of PREDALENAT for this disorder of the nervous system showed no benefit over placebo, which convinced the pharmaceutical giant to halt further trials of the A2A receptor agonist and abandon plans to submit […]