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Maintaining a healthy weight is key to living well with PD. Learn why keeping weight on and retaining muscle mass can be a challenge for someone living with Parkinson’s. Know when weightloss is becoming a problem and when to seek support.

Speaker:
Shameem Kizar, BSc RD
Registered Dietitian, Outpatient Neurosciences Kaye Edmonton Clinic
Alberta Health Services, Edmonton AB Canada

Helpful resources:
Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline: 18004PDINFO (18004734636) | [email protected] | https://www.parkinson.org/resourcess...

Resources for those who are new to Parkinson’s disease: https://www.parkinson.org/livingwith...

Aware in Care hospital safety kit: https://www.parkinson.org/resourcess...

PD Health @ Home programs: https://www.parkinson.org/resourcess...

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