Parkinson's 101: What You and Your Family Should Know
Wellness Wednesday
This program offers an introduction and basic overview of Parkinson’s disease (PD). PD varies from person to person and changes over time. Discover its causes, common symptoms and available treatments. Learn practical daily living tips to empower you to take charge of your health and to navigate the challenges of living with PD.
Speaker
Matthew Burns, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor of Neurology, Movement Disorders Specialist
Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases, University of Florida Health
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community.
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We want to thank this webinar's sponsor, Biogen's Luma Study, for supporting our mission.
This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.
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