The Future of Parkinson ’ s : Prevention Is Key
For individuals at increased risk of developing Parkinson ’ s , nothing is more urgent than research toward interventions that would prevent the disease from ever arising . Today , Parkinson ’ s science has advanced to support an array of current studies of people at risk . Our landmark Parkinson ’ s Progression Markers Initiative ( PPMI ) study is fine-tuning PD risk profiles and enabling the first prevention drug trials ( read more on pages 24 and 26 ). Additional efforts are ongoing to collect data on genetic and environmental contributors to Parkinson ’ s and to reduce exposures that increase likelihood of disease .
Factors that can increase the risk of being diagnosed with Parkinson ’ s
Having a relative with Parkinson ’ s
Acting out your dreams
Getting older
Serving in the military
Losing your sense of smell
Carrying a Parkinson ’ s genetic change
Being exposed to environmental toxins
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