Parkinson Association of Northern California Announces Clinician After Visit Information Sheet

SACRAMENTO, Calif. - March 2, 2022 - PRLog -- The Parkinson Association of Northern California (PANC) published an information sheet for physicians to include in post visit summaries for people with Parkinson's disease (PD). The document, called ".PANC," or a "dot PANC" document, offers Sacramento-area physicians a fast, easy way of providing information on local PD support groups and resources to people with Parkinson's (PwP).

The .PANC document helps PwP find local support groups to help them navigate the difficult journey Parkinson's disease presents. Parkinson's support groups are a safe place to share information, experiences and knowledge about Parkinson's disease, both for patients and caregivers. The document was created by members of PANC's Support Group Advisory Committee and Medical Advisory Panel to make the Parkinson's community aware of its local support groups and available resources.

"This document opens the door for so many people who are newly diagnosed and have no idea what to do next" says PANC Executive Director Will Zrnchik. "We are learning more Northern Californians are living with Parkinson's than we thought. It is our duty to support them on this journey." If you would like a copy of the .PANC document in English or Spanish for your office, please contact the PANC offices at (916) 357-6641 or panc@panctoday.org.

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About the Parkinson Association of Northern California

For more than 25 years, the Parkinson Association of Northern California (PANC) has been providing programs and services to improve the quality of life for those facing Parkinson's disease throughout our region. In the past several years, we have made great strides in developing new and viable services. The Parkinson Association's programing emphasis supports the fact that while there is no cure for Parkinson's, those diagnosed with the disease can take steps to live well. For more information on PANC, visit http://www.panctoday.org.

About Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's disease is a neurological movement disorder affecting an estimated one million Americans. Each year, 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson's making it the second-most common neurological condition behind Alzheimer's. Common symptoms include tremor, slowness of movement, stiff muscles, unsteady gait, depression, and anxiety. There is no cure for Parkinson's. Most patients maintain a good quality of life with medications.