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Offers resources on Parkinson’s Disease (also knows as paralysis agitans or shaking palsy), a progressive neurodegenerative disease. Includes signs and symptoms, possible causes and risk factors, and treatment and coping strategies.
Parkinson Society Canada is the national voice of Canadians living with Parkinson's and seeks to ease the burden and find a cure through research, education, advocacy and support services. There’re also links to regional partners.
Source: Parkinson Society Canada
The Parkinson Society of Canada estimates that there are approximately 100,000 people suffering with Parkinson's disease in the country today. Here are some other facts about the disease.
Source: HealthyOntario.com
Parkinson's disease is a chronic, progressive brain disorder that results from degeneration of nerve cells in a region of the brain that controls movement.
Source: HealthyOntario.com
The InfoParkinson site offers a guide containing an extensive amount of pertinent information about Parkinso'’s disease. It also offers a professional telephone support and information line.
Source: Parkinson Society of Quebec
Recent developments in research on Parkinson's disease include investigation of the possible role of diet and a growing interest in genetics and inherited factors.
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada
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