International Essential Tremor Foundation

06/05/2026

“Essential Tremor Medications" is a recorded education event focused on the various medications prescribed to ET patients. The presentation is by Dr. Pravin Khemani, medical director of the movement disorders program at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute in Seattle. He also talks about common side effects as well as research under way into new ET medications. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFdJHdCuHV0&t=590s

06/04/2026

Are you following us on our YouTube channel? We have more than two dozen video posted. They define ET, explore therapies and clinical trials for ET, explain research taking place and include personal stories. Take a look. https://www.youtube.com/

06/03/2026

Learn about the Felix NeuroAI wristband to manage essential tremor by watching our latest ET Virtual Education Event. https://youtu.be/JXo9X7xccJE

06/02/2026

People with essential tremor see a tremor during times of action (eating, brushing teeth, dressing, etc). Parkinson’s disease tremors are seen mostly at rest. But these aren’t the only differences between the two conditions, which are often confused. Take a look at our “ET vs Parkinson’s disease” fact sheet.https://www.essentialtremor.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/ETvsPD-2019.pdf

06/01/2026

We can't give enough thanks for the many caregivers who support people with essential tremor. This resource identifies support sources for caregivers.

Caregivers are a critical part of the care team for people living with neurological diseases. Access to support, education and resources can help reduce burden and sustain their ability to provide care.

Learn more during : https://bit.ly/3QS8oVl

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06/01/2026

Brain Chat with the Nerdy Neurologist is a podcast hosted by Mitzi Joi Williams, MD that brings clinical neurology into real-world conversations around brain health, wellness, and patient care. In this episode, the discussion covers the many causes of tremor, including essential tremor, enhanced physiologic tremor, and Parkinson disease-related tremor, while also exploring how stress, sleep, caffeine, and anxiety can influence symptoms. https://www.neurologylive.com/view/brain-chat-tremors-explained-with-dr-branson-dr-keisha-young

05/29/2026

“This is a beautiful story of a man who loves big, gives big and receives the opportunity to live a miracle. The story reminds us that miracles still happen and watching the most deserving of souls receive this miracle . . . just have some tissues handy to wipe a few joyful tears.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzFSfFLP_vY

05/28/2026

Although every donation matters, regardless of size, gifts of $1,000 or more annually go a long way to further the IETF's mission. On behalf of the staff and the Board, we celebrate all donors at this level by including them in the President's Club. Here's our latest list. http://bit.ly/38bRneY

05/27/2026

Create your own personalized ET Medical Alert Card through our online template. Many people carry the card with them in case they are questioned during a traffic stop, or need to explain their essential tremor. https://essentialtremor.org/medical-alert-card/

05/26/2026

Did you know there is a LIVING WITH ET section on the IETF website? It includes information such as coping tips, treatment options, support groups and more. https://essentialtremor.org/resources/living-with-et/