Part of the award winning public television series Healthy Body/Healthy Mind. More than 1.5 million Americans currently have Parkinson Disease. It's a condition that affects men and women from all areas of the world and walks of life equally. The outward effects are quite recognizable, with patients experiencing shaking limbs, slow movement and muscle stiffness. But the impact on quality of life can be equally challenging for patients, family and caregivers. This program will help provide a better understanding of the disease, diagnosis and treatments, while offering a look at the future of preventing and managing Parkinson's disease.
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a bit thin on the science
This work says Parkinson's is treatable, but not preventable or curable. So the viewer doesn't leave thinking they can lose weight or exercise or stop smoking to prevent this. The work shows both older and younger people to illustrate that one doesn't have to be a senior to get it.I think many would think of Ali or Fox when the issue of Parkinson's is raised, but celebrities are not mentioned here. This is unlike the cataract installment that mentioned a famous Impressionist painter.The work pays attention to fundraising efforts and scientific research on this disease. However, this may mitigate the fact that little is still known about the illness. No medical student could watch this and do well on an upcoming exam.I wish the work had spoken about pyschosocial matters. Vitiligo is not contagious, but those with vitiligo have to face a public that assumes it is. Similarly, many people may sympathize with Parkinson's sufferers and still find the unexpected and consistent jerky movements to be shocking.The work implies that a whole community is needed to help these patients. They show patients who have supportive families and good healthcare. Since 41 million Americans do not have healthcare and many come from divided homes, that won't be a solution to many. Where does those individuals turn?
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