Rural Health Matters: Parkinson’s Disease

On this week’s Rural Health Matters, Dr. Jeffrey Gold raises awareness about Parkinson’s disease, shares insights on early detection, and offers guidance for patients and families in rural communities.

OHMAHA, Neb. (RFD NEWS) — April marks the start of Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month, a time to focus on prevalence in rural communities and the steps residents can take to address the disease.

University of Nebraska President, Dr. Jeffrey Gold, joined us for this week’s Rural Health Matters to discuss Parkinson’s disease and its impact on local populations.

In his interview with RFD NEWS, Dr. Gold addressed whether rural communities experience higher rates of Parkinson’s, explained what the disease is, and outlined key signs people should watch for. He also provided guidance for those diagnosed with Parkinson’s, including resources and next steps for managing the condition.

Viewers with comments or questions about rural health are encouraged to email Dr. Gold at [email protected].

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Marion is a digital content manager for RFD News and FarmHER + RanchHER. She started working for Rural Media Group in May 2022, bringing a decade of digital experience in broadcast media and some cooking experience to the team.

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