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Dear Friends In the USA there are a number of competing computer network services. Among the three largest are; CompuServe, Prodigy and America Online (AOL). THe latter is growing at a very rapid rate. Currently there is a very active small core of people who exchange information within a section of AOL devoted to PD. However, we want to expand this to include not just a discussion area but a reference library, key articles etc. On behalf of AOL, Elin Silveous developed a very strong proposal to expand services for people with PD. This proposal was submitted to theAmerican Parkinson Disease Association ( APDA.) We need everyone's help to make this come about. Whether or not you currently use AOL, I I URGE you to call or write a brief note to either: Mr. Frank Williams Executive Director or Dr. Paul Maestrone Director of Scientific Affairs APDA 60 Bay Street Staten Island, NY 10301 If you prefer send a fax to: (718) 981-4399 Or, if you prefer the spontaneity and ease of placing a toll-free call: (800) 223-2732. And leave a mesage for either of these two men. Suggested text "Dear X: The distribution of information about PD via computer network services is very important. I strongly urge (demand, beseech, beg, plead) to take immediate favorable action to adopt the proposal submitted to you by America Online. The APDA's leadership in expanding network information access will directly "ease the burden" and directlu affect the quality of peoples' lives. I look forward to seeing this new service available as soon as possible. Thank you." The APDA needs to know that we are out there in larger numbers than they imagine. Help us to help ourselves by acting on this matter. Thank you for your cooperation. Ken Bernstein Young Parkinson's Support Network - Massachusetts internet address: [log in to unmask]