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Hannah's Heroes: Steubenville woman creates haven for seniors to connect and thrive
For many older adults, staying social and active can be a challenge. But in Steubenville, one woman has created a place that brings people together in a way that’s changing lives.
Boxing program to help Parkinson’s symptoms, build community
Research suggests that exercise can be beneficial for individuals who suffer from Parkinson’s Disease, a degenerative disorder of the nervous system that can affect a person’s movement and balance.
According to the Parkinson Foundation of Western Pennsylvania, recent studies emphasize the need for regular exercise in managing Parkinson’s symptoms.
Local Parkinson’s disease group learns about evolving brain therapy
Members of the Our Place Parkinson’s support group learned about a newly approved therapy offering more consistent symptom relief. A progressive neurological disorder, Parkinson’s occurs when brain cells that create the chemical dopamine stop working. Dopamine is integral to coordinating the body’s movement, and a deficiency can cause various movement-related symptoms, such as tremor, stiffness and trouble walking or balancing.
