I sometimes wonder, if today's environment of pesticides, electromagnetic energy, pollution, etc., etc. are suspected of prompting, causing, or contributing to PD, then what was the cause not too many years ago when none of this stuff was around? PD, although not called Parkinson's, has been with the human race for millennia. It has become more noticeable and more prevalent because we live longer and have better communications. I do think we now have the technology to find a cure, and I support that effort whole heartily. I don't think we will make progress if some of us continue to blame the environment and search in that direction. J. Darwin Hawkins, Test Engineering Phone: (316) 523-2804 (W), (316) 788-2322 (H) Fax: (316) 523-3130 Work E-Mail: [log in to unmask] Home E-Mail: [log in to unmask]