Press Release – PD Warrior

Now in its 9th year, INSIGHT into Parkinsons 2026 is expected to bring together over 6,000 attendees from around the world for this free, educational event.

An estimated 10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson’s disease. This April 11th, on World Parkinson’s Day, the global Parkinson’s community, spearheaded by neuro-rehab specialists PD Warrior, will unite at the INSIGHT into Parkinson’s Online Conference to raise awareness and empower individuals to thrive while living with Parkinson’s.

Now in its 9th year, INSIGHT into Parkinson’s 2026 is expected to bring together over 6,000 attendees from around the world for this free, educational event. The conference will showcase over 40 globally renowned Parkinson’s experts speaking on the latest in Parkinson’s, that will broadcast online, ensuring accessibility for a global attendance.

This year’s program features the latest research, movement and exercise strategies, lifestyle, diet and nutrition, medication insights, inspirational stories and more. Delegates will receive bite-sized, easy-to understand information and resources about the latest in Parkinson’s and how to live brave.

Highlighted Speakers for INSIGHT into Parkinson’s 2026 include (but not limited to): 

• Prof. Carolyn Sue – Mitochondria and their key role in Parkinson’s Disease

• Prof. Michael S. Okun – The Parkinson’s Universe: A New Model of Care

• Prof. Alberto Espay – The New Parkinson’s Staging System (NSD-ISS): Does It Hold Up?

• A/Prof. Richard Gordon – Targeting changes in the gut microbiome during PD to develop new treatments*

• A/Prof. Serene Paul – Allied health use among women with incident Parkinson’s disease and associations with subsequent residential care placement: Population-based findings from the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health

• Dr Michael Li – Disease-modifying treatments for Parkinson’s disease; Are we there yet?

• Prof. Namrata Kumari – Proposed mechanisms of neuroprotection for nicotine in Parkinson’s disease

• Dr Jordanna Sevitz – Swallowing/cough as a critical sensorimotor function vs a non-motor function

• A/Prof. Daniel Peterson –Recent advances in therapeutic approaches for gait and mobility in people with PD

• Carol Ferrone – TV Personality and Shake it Up Ambassador – Live brave with Parkinson’s Panel discussion

• Dr Jennifer Cartwright – How to get started and keep going: Tips to create lifelong physical activity habits for PD Warriors

Dr Melissa McConaghy, PD Warrior and INSIGHT into Parkinson’s Founder and CEO shared, “INSIGHT into Parkinson’s 2026 is about providing high-quality, accessible education to the global Parkinson’s community. Each year, we hear how inspiring the conference is, o[ering hope and showcasing the incredible research and collaboration happening worldwide to help people live better every day with Parkinson’s.”

The conference is FREE to attend, with an option to upgrade to a premium ticket, allowing attendees to watch all sessions on-demand for 50 days. A third day (April 13th) is dedicated to Health Professionals, providing specialized education, and is available for extended viewing.

Proceeds from premium and health professional registrations will be donated to global charity partners, including Cure Parkinson’s, Shake It Up Foundation, and Parkinson’s NSW. With over $243,500 raised for charity partners to date, INSIGHT into Parkinson’s continues to make a meaningful impact in the Parkinson’s community.

The full program and presenter list can be viewed here: www.pdwarrior.com/insight

About PD Warrior

PD Warrior provides tailored exercise rehabilitation programs for people with Parkinson’s, delivered both in person through a global network of licensed providers and online. The program obers a combination of exercise, coaching support, education, and a thriving global community. Whether through one-on-one sessions, group classes, or self-managed online programs, PD Warrior enables individuals to take control of their health.

Since 2016, PD Warrior has been curating and hosting the INSIGHT into Parkinson’s conference, creating a virtual forum where anyone impacted by Parkinson’s can access the latest research, insights, and expert guidance from leaders in the field.

www.pdwarrior.com

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