What is Parkinsons Disease?
Parkinsons disease was first described by James Parkinson in 1817. Nearly 100, 000 Canadians from all ethnic backgrounds are affected with this disabling condition. Although most people affected are over the age of 55 years, it has been known to occur in young people as well. It is a neurodegenerative disease and involves the loss of brain cells capable of producing dopamine. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter; a chemical which carries signals between the nerves in our brain. Dopamine helps facilitate the movement of our body , the deficiency of which results in slowness of the different movements of body which is one of the cardinal feature of Parkinsons. Although there isnt a cure for Parkinsons yet, you can live with the disease for years. It progresses at a different rate for every person.
