Delda, I know this pharmaceutical politics is maddening, but I do have one comment. > >He never gave anything back to the community (or anyone else), and as >far as I can tell, neither does Upjohn (or any other drug co.). Upjohn has been very supportive of patient education in our area. Our local Upjohn representative often stops by to see how they can be of service. They unfailingly help fund our patient symposia so we do not have to charge exorbitant attendance fees. They have also provided us with slides and other educational materials to assist in PD education programs and support group presentations. I have found their desire to help to be sincere on an individual basis. Carole Carole Hilton, LCSW Parkinson's Coordinator NPF Patient Services and Outreach Program The Neurosciences Institute, Good Samaritan Hospital 637 S. Lucas, #501 Los Angeles, CA 90017 800-841-8765 [log in to unmask] >