If you missed the Frontline documentary on Parkinson's Disease, here is your chance to see it. This award-winning presentation tells the story of one family's journey with this disease.
Parkinson's Disease is a brain disorder of the brain affecting over one million Americans. Common signs are difficulty in walking, movement, and coordination, most notably body tremors. Although actor Michael J. Fox is the most famous spokesperson, it most commonly strikes those age 65 and over, according to the National Parkinson Foundation.
To view the documentary: www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline. Search on the right, Parkinson's>then scroll down to view the movie. It is WELL worth your time!
Hi everyone, I am gerontologist and aging expert Dr. Jan Vinita White. In 2007, I created this blog as a non-monitized, informational forum for topics related to aging. This forum was created for educational and enrichment purposes... no advertising. All of the postings here have been vetted via scholarly research. There are over 330 copyrighted articles here and I am adding to it all the time. Readers are welcome to read and share but not copy without written permission. Enjoy! Dr. White
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