What is Parkinson’s - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment | Lan Luo | TEDxHopkinton HS Youth

In this thoughtful TEDx talk, Lan Lou addresses the urgent need for awareness and action regarding Parkinson's disease, one of the fastest growing neurological conditions worldwide. She outlines the key signs and symptoms of Parkinson's helping the audience recognize early indicators. Lou discusses the challenges faced by those living with Parkinsons and the limited treatment options available at the time, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and symptom management. Through her talk, she calls for further research and innovation to improve care and treatment for this debilitating disease, offering hope for better solutions in the future. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx Dr. Lan Luo is a neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts and is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She received her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and has been in practice between 11-20 years. Dr. Lan Luo has expertise in treating dementia, Parkinson's disease, among other conditions - see all areas of expertise. Dr. Lan Luo accepts Medicare, Aetna, Blue Cross, United Healthcare - see other insurance plans accepted. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx