parkinsons

Parkinson's disease: Parkinson's disease (PD) is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects as many as one million Americans. Because it is not contagious and does not have to be reported by physicians, the incidence of the disease is often underestimated. PD may appear at any age, but it is uncommon in people younger than 30, and the risk of developing it increases with age. It occurs in all parts of the world, and …

…environment for asking questions about Parkinson's, for laughing and crying and sharing stories and getting advice from other sufferers, and for forging friendships with people who understand each other's problems. Staying active: PD seems to advance more slowly in people who remain involved in their pre-Parkinson's activities, or who find new activities to amuse them and engage their interest. In a word, getting joy out of life has proved to be good for the health.