NIH Hosts Free Parkinson's Meeting: Register or Miss Out
Published Date: 10/8/2026
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Summary
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke is hosting a free hybrid meeting on November 9, 2026, about Parkinson's disease research and care. This meeting invites public input and focuses on partnerships to speed up new treatments and diagnostics. If you want to join or comment, register by October 23 and send your public comments by October 26.
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Free hybrid public meeting
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke is holding a free hybrid (in-person and virtual) public meeting on November 9, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. You can attend in person or watch via HHS Live Streaming at www.hhs.gov/live. The meeting is open to the public and costs nothing to join.
Registration and security requirements
If you want to attend in person, you must register online by 11:59 p.m. ET on October 23, 2026, and seating is limited; names will be sent to HHS security. Non-U.S. citizens must include citizenship information when registering so security procedures for building entry can be completed, and entrants must present certain IDs (for example, a REAL ID-compliant credential or U.S. passport).
Public comment and oral comment rules
You can submit written public comments by email by 5:00 p.m. ET on October 26, 2026; include the phrase "public comment" in the subject line. A limited number of 2–3 minute oral/virtual comment slots are available and will be assigned first-come, first-served (priority to those who have not previously commented); comments become part of the public record and the Council will not respond individually.
Disability accommodations and closed captioning
The meeting will provide closed captioning through HHS Live Streaming, and individuals needing special accommodations (for example, sign language) must request them from the contact person at least seven (7) business days before the meeting. Requests must describe the accommodation needed and provide contact information so the Council can follow up.
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