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National Parkinson Foundation
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The National Parkinson Foundation is an organization that supports Parkinson's-related research, patient care, education, training, and outreach.[1]
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| Country: | United States of America |
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| National Headquarters: | National Parkinson Foundation |
| Company Head: | Joyce A. Oberdorf |
| Date Founded: | 1957 (original date lost) |
History
The National Parkinson Foundation was founded sometime prior to 1957 by Mrs. Jeanne C. Levey whose husband had the disease.[1] Originally, not much was known about the disease so the foundation's main focus was on physical therapy and loving care.[1]
