#22 What about Parkinson's?
Jan 10, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Episode description
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a degenerative, progressive disorder that affects nerve cells in deep parts of the brain called the basal ganglia and the substantia nigra. Nerve cells in the substantia nigra produce the neurotransmitter dopamine and are responsible for relaying messages that plan and control body movement.
This week, Dr. Romina explains exactly what Parkinson's is and what you can do about it.
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