In Search of a Champion: The Young Onset Parkinson's Project (Part 1)

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"In Search of a Champion: The Young Onset Parkinson's Project", Produced by Tena L. Parisoff and Rebecca Bode.

We want to shine light on a disease that until now has been thought to only affect senior citizens. This film shows what actually happens when people in their 20s, 30s and 40s are struck down in the prime of their lives. These years are usually associated with busy new life, beginnings, graduations, careers, weddings, building families and enjoying life. Our film introduces you to a cross section of men and women who are doing their best to live well despite this neurodegenerative disease. You'll also hear from caregivers, doctors and support groups who are trying to improve the quality of life for the Parkinson's patient.

Our hopes are that after viewing our documentary you will have a greater understanding of young onset Parkinson's disease. We encourage you to join our efforts to find the cure. We are In Search of a Champion to defeat this illness in our generation.

In memory of the youngest member of this documentary Shauna Bode who passed away in August of 2007.

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Education

Tags:

• In Search of a Champion
• Parkinson's
• Parkinson's Disease
• Michael J. Fox
• Cure
• Treatment
• Medication
• Science
• Scientist
• Neurological
• Neurological Disease
• Neurodegenerative
• Hope