SUFFOLK, VA (WTKR)- The Virginia Chapter of the American Parkinson's Disease Association works tirelessly to help those impacted by the ailment. Now it's taking its efforts to the links.
The chapter will host its inaugural Putting Out Parkinson's golf tournament Thursday, October 30, at Cedar Point Club in Suffolk.
The golf outing will help the Virginia Chapter of the APDA raise funds to offer support, education and information to those battling Parkinson's Disease as well as their families and caretakers. Money raised also goes towards research for treatment, prevention and finding a cure.
An estimated one million people suffer from Parkinson's Disease in the United States, including approximately 25,000 in Virginia.
For more information, including how to register for the tournament and donate, click here.
