## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Environmental Exposures in Veterans with Parkinson’s Virtual ( Zoom ) December 14, 20234:00 pm to 5:30 pm EST FREE [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=111473&view=RSVP) ![Veterans Webinar Banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Veterans%20Webinar%20banner.jpg?itok=6NkQtVOr) The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) estimates that 110,000 veterans have Parkinson’s disease (PD). While the exact cause of Parkinson's is unknown, research suggests that its cause can be linked to genetic and environmental factors. This webinar will discuss how, for some veterans, environmental exposure and toxins can increase the risk of PD, and the role head trauma plays in the development of PD. ### Speaker **Caroline Tanner, MD, PhD, Neurologist** The Center for Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders San Francisco VA Medical Center There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. ## Contact Us [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) PDHealth@Parkinson.org ](mailto:PDHealth@Parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) (305) 537-9168 ]() - ### Are you looking to watch our program in-person with other people from the Parkinson's community? Click here for in-person viewing parties options: **Springfield, MO Area:** [Parkinson's Group of the Ozarks](https://www.parkinsonsgroup.org/) Empower: Abilities Community Room 1450 W Cambridge Street, Springfield, MO 65807 Contact or (417) 814-6067 for more information. [Register here](https://www.parkinsonsgroup.org/event-details/veterans-and-parkinsons-environmental-exposures). **Cedar Rapids, IA Area:** [Cedar Rapids Metro Parkinson's Association](https://crmetroparkinsons.com/) DeWolf Innovation Center for Aging and Dementia 9000 C Avenue NE, Marion, IA 52404 Contact Kris Cameron at or (319) 361-7673 to learn more and to register. **Kansas City Area:** [The Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City](https://www.thejkc.org/) 5801 West 115 Street, Overland Park, KS 66211 Contact Dawn Aronoff at or (913) 327-8028 to learn more and to register. **Buffalo, NY Area:** [Buffalo VA Medical Center](https://www.va.gov/western-new-york-health-care/) 3495 Bailey Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14215 Contact Delcey Pulvino and (716) 440-4593 to learn more and to register. **Central NJ Area:** [Katz JCC](https://katzjcc.org/) 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 Contact Megan Matis at or (856) 424-4444, extension 1151 to learn more and to register. **Fargo, ND Area:** Crossfit Fargo & Ready Steady Fitness Class [Dakota Medical Foundation](https://dakmed.org/) 4141 28th Avenue S, Fargo, ND 58104 Contact Jake Haile at or (701) 356-3031 to learn more and register. This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering. ## Upcoming Events Educational Events ### [ Expert Briefing: Disease Modification & Stem Cells: Where Are We Now? ](/events/2026/Sep9WW) This session will provide an overview of where the field stands—exploring breakthroughs in cell replacement therapies, disease-modifying trials, and ethical considerations. September 9, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117732&view=RSVP) Educational Events ### [ Building Your Parkinson’s Toolbox ](/events/2026/Froedtert2026) This educational program will offer practical information and strategies to support everyday health and well-being, for those affected by Parkinson’s. September 11, 2026Virtual & Waukesha, WI [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119291&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119290&view=RSVP) Fundraising Events ### [ Moving Day Memphis ](/events/2026/md-memphis) Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action. September 12, 2026Memphis , TN [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR/MovingDayEvent/General?pg=entry&fr_id=7826) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### Resources for Veterans The Parkinson’s Foundation has free, available resources for veterans with Parkinson’s and those who love them. [Learn More](/living-with-parkinsons/finding-care/veterans) - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn