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Educational Events

Nutrition in Parkinson's

Piedmont Oconee Health Campus
1305 Jennings Mill Road
Watkinsville, GA 30677

January 17, 2024

12:30 pm to 2:30 pm EST

FREE

Check-in, lunch and exhibitor tables open at 12 p.m. ET.

A balanced diet is important for people with Parkinson's disease. Learn about food that may help ease symptoms and support brain health in addition to understanding how some foods can affect the way Parkinson's medications work. This program will also address the latest information on the gut and brain connection with PD.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. Lunch will be served. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community.

Featured Speaker

Carolee Horner
Functional Nutritionist

This program is hosted by the Parkinson's Sisters Support Group in partnership with the Parkinson's Foundation Georgia Chapter.

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.