VA & Parkinson’s Foundation Partner To Help Veterans Living With Parkinson’s Disease

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Parkinson’s Foundation are teaming up to improve the health, well-being and quality of life of military veterans living with Parkinson’s disease. Robert Wilkie, VA Secretary, said the joint effort will enhance the many services that Veterans Health Administration provide to veterans with Parkinson’s disease. John L. Lehr, president and chief executive officer of the Parkinson's Foundation, said educating and training VA staff on disease management and therapies, along with improving Veterans’ access to direct health services related to the disease is their objective.

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