Hello, I am new to the list and wish to introduce myself. My name is Charlotte Ramsay and I am a student at Washburn University in Topeka, KS. My interest in the Parkinson's list stems from my situation with my grandfather, which is a story in and of itself. I currently reside with my grandmother and grandfather in their home as to be of assisstance to them in their daily activities. I have begun discussing this particular disease with a local physiologist who is also interested in the effects of Parkinson's Disease. This will probably become my career field within the next few years as I graduate from school. I am interested in any new findings on the hereditary nature and the hereditive patterns (if any) of Parkinson's Disease. I am also interested in alternative treatments for Parkinson's. Please let me know if anyone can be of any help in these matters. Thank you, Charlotte Ramsay [log in to unmask]