The Nursing Students Association at the University College of the North campus here in Thompson is hosting a walk to raise funds for Parkinson’s disease later this week.

 

Hannah MacMillan, one of the organizers of the walk, shares why the student group decided to hold the fundraiser.

 

'The Thompson Nursing Students Association is always looking for things that we can do to help out and this event was something that I brought to the group and when I did, they were more than happy to help me with it. So, a few years ago, my dad was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and so this walk and fundraiser particularly is something very close to my heart. I want to be able to help those affected by the disease and also help those who may be affected by it in the future as much as I can. We also wanted to spread knowledge about the disease since not many people know what it is.'

 

Parkinson’s is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects brain cells that make dopamine, a chemical that normally controls movement.

 

The walk will begin on Friday at 4 p.m. at the front entrance of UCN,

 

Those wishing to donate to the cause can do so at the event or by emailing mac mill 6 AT my u manitoba DOT ca