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#  Parkinson's 101 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 February 7, 20241:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST

 

 Free 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=112490&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Husband and wife lookin at a tablet while on their porch](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/wellness-wednesdays-event-banner-2026.png?itok=s2_h0Y4k)  ### Wellness Wednesday

This program will provide a basic overview of Parkinson’s disease. Learn what Parkinson’s is, what causes it, common symptoms, treatments, and strategies for managing symptoms.

### Speaker

**Amir Besharat, DO**  
Movement Disorders Neurologist  
Swedish Neuroscience Institute  
Parkinson's Foundation Comprehensive Care 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

 

 

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  ###  Special thanks to our sponsor: 

  [ ![Biogen Logo](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/biogen_logo.jpg?itok=t1wl_bQv) ](http://lumastudy.com/) 

  *PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.*

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 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

###  [ Be Part of the Change: Understanding Parkinson’s Policy and Taking Action Together ](/events/2026/Oct7WW) 

 Join this webinar to learn about the federal and state policy priorities the Parkinson’s Foundation is advancing and discover how you can use your voice to advocate for change.

 October 7, 2026Virtual

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119689&view=RSVP) 

   Fundraising Events 

###  [ Moving Day Jacksonville ](/events/2026/md-jacksonville) 

 Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

 October 10, 2026Jacksonville, FL

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7866&pg=entry) 

   Fundraising Events 

###  [ Moving Day Rochester ](/events/2026/md-rochester) 

 Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

 October 10, 2026Rochester, NY

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7966&pg=entry) 

  

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 ###  PD Health @ Home 

 Join us for new, weekly virtual wellness programs! Take part in one or all of our events that cover: mindfulness, interviews with experts and guided exercise.

 [VIEW EVENTS](/resources-support/online-education/pdhealth) 

 

 

 

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