World Parkinson's Day is observed on April 11th all over the world.
a. April 10th
b. April 11th
c. April 12th
d. April 13th
- This day is meant to raise awareness about Parkinson's disease, which is a progressive nervous system disorder.
Details:
- Parkinson's disease causes problems with movement and results in stiffness and slow movement.
- The disease is such that it progresses gradually, beginning with minor tremors in hand.
- In the early stages, the disease makes your face unable to show any expression.
- Arms stop swinging as you walk and speech becomes soft or slurred.
- The disease worsens as the condition progresses over time.
Causes of Parkinson's disease:
- When nerve cells in the brain begin to break down or die, it may result in Parkinson's disease.
- Decrease in levels of dopamine - because of loss of neurons that produce these chemical messengers - may result in symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
- Lack of sufficient dopamine may be the cause of delayed or slow movements.
- Genetic mutations may be possible for Parkinson's disease.
- Exposure to certain toxic or environmental factors may also cause this disease.
Tips for prevention:
- Ditch regular consumption of junk and processed foods, and switch to a healthy and nutritious diet.
- Foods like leafy green veggies, fruits, protein-rich foods, vitamins, antioxidants, minerals and good fats can help in improving brain health and reduce risk of Parkinson's disease.
- People who exercise regularly are definitely at lower risk of developing Parkinson's.
- A healthy sleep is one of the most essential prerequisites of Parkinson's disease.
Question:
Q. When is the World Parkinson's Day observed?a. April 10th
b. April 11th
c. April 12th
d. April 13th
