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April 11| World 🌎 Parkinson's Day
What is Parkinson’s disease 🧠?
📝 Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, progressive neurological condition that affects the brain’s ability to control movement.
📝 It’s caused by the loss of dopamine-producing cells in a part of the brain called the substantia nigra, which is responsible for voluntary movement. As dopamine levels drop, communication between the brain and body becomes disrupted.
Key facts:
🔑Named after Dr. James Parkinson, who described it in 1817
🔑Symptoms worsen over time
🔑More common with age, but can affect younger adults
🔑Slightly more common in men than women
What causes it?
The exact cause is still unknown. Possible factors include:
❓Genetics in some families
❓Environmental exposure to toxins or pesticides (research ongoing)
Stay with us as we continue to share more about Parkinson’s and its impact.
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What is Parkinson’s disease 🧠?
📝 Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, progressive neurological condition that affects the brain’s ability to control movement.
📝 It’s caused by the loss of dopamine-producing cells in a part of the brain called the substantia nigra, which is responsible for voluntary movement. As dopamine levels drop, communication between the brain and body becomes disrupted.
Key facts:
🔑Named after Dr. James Parkinson, who described it in 1817
🔑Symptoms worsen over time
🔑More common with age, but can affect younger adults
🔑Slightly more common in men than women
What causes it?
The exact cause is still unknown. Possible factors include:
❓Genetics in some families
❓Environmental exposure to toxins or pesticides (research ongoing)
Stay with us as we continue to share more about Parkinson’s and its impact.
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✨Huge Thanks to Everyone Who Made New C1s Clinical Exposure a Success! ✨
👏 What a fantastic day with our incredible New C1s during the Patient Side Physical Examination Session! 🤩
We exceeded expectations with over 80 students participating (even those who trickled in after 10:30 ). We were immersed in the ward until 12:30 LT! ⏰
A HUGE shoutout to our amazing Old C1s!
Your guidance during the session truly made a difference! Our Deepest Gratitude To: Old C1s
💥 Henok Girma, Habtamu Belachew
💥 Mubarek Kemal, Selamawit Mulugeta
💥Alemante Wase, Andargachew Abay,
Sintayew Melese
💥Zelalem Tadele, Amanuel Kebede
💥Girmay Temesgen, Lidya Berhanu, Mahalet Tadele
💥Mikiyas Shimeles, Abenezer Yenew, Zebiba Mohammed
And to our enthusiastic New C1s, we're so proud of you for showing up 🔥 Your eagerness is inspiring! ✨
Let's keep the momentum going! 💪
See you in #Phase2 Next Week
#SCOME #ClinicalExposure
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👏 What a fantastic day with our incredible New C1s during the Patient Side Physical Examination Session! 🤩
We exceeded expectations with over 80 students participating (even those who trickled in after 10:30 ). We were immersed in the ward until 12:30 LT! ⏰
A HUGE shoutout to our amazing Old C1s!
Your guidance during the session truly made a difference! Our Deepest Gratitude To: Old C1s
💥 Henok Girma, Habtamu Belachew
💥 Mubarek Kemal, Selamawit Mulugeta
💥Alemante Wase, Andargachew Abay,
Sintayew Melese
💥Zelalem Tadele, Amanuel Kebede
💥Girmay Temesgen, Lidya Berhanu, Mahalet Tadele
💥Mikiyas Shimeles, Abenezer Yenew, Zebiba Mohammed
And to our enthusiastic New C1s, we're so proud of you for showing up 🔥 Your eagerness is inspiring! ✨
Let's keep the momentum going! 💪
See you in #Phase2 Next Week
#SCOME #ClinicalExposure
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April 11 | World 🌎 Parkinson's Day
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is progressive, meaning symptoms get worse over time.
Common symptoms include:
I.Motor:
🔸Slow movement
🔸Tremors
🔸Rigidity
🔸Balance problems
🔸Involuntary movement
II.Non-motor:
🔻Dementia
🔻Anxiety & depression
🔻Sleep disorders
🔻Pain & sensory issues
PD often leads to disability and the need for long-term care.
It typically affects older adults, but younger people can be affected too.
We must push for better awareness, diagnosis, and care—especially in low-resource settings.
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Parkinson’s disease (PD) is progressive, meaning symptoms get worse over time.
Common symptoms include:
I.Motor:
🔸Slow movement
🔸Tremors
🔸Rigidity
🔸Balance problems
🔸Involuntary movement
II.Non-motor:
🔻Dementia
🔻Anxiety & depression
🔻Sleep disorders
🔻Pain & sensory issues
PD often leads to disability and the need for long-term care.
It typically affects older adults, but younger people can be affected too.
We must push for better awareness, diagnosis, and care—especially in low-resource settings.
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💙EMSA-AA | More than a Student!💙
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April 11 | World 🌎 Parkinson's Day
Parkinson’s Treatment: Managing, Not Curing
💊There’s still no cure for Parkinson’s disease but there are treatments that can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life
🥼These therapies boost mobility, independence, and reduce stress on caregivers.
⚕️But access isn’t equal. In many low- and middle-income countries, including parts of Ethiopia 🇪🇹, essential medicines and therapies remain unaffordable or unavailable.
We must push for better access to care—everywhere.
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Parkinson’s Treatment: Managing, Not Curing
💊There’s still no cure for Parkinson’s disease but there are treatments that can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life
🥼These therapies boost mobility, independence, and reduce stress on caregivers.
⚕️But access isn’t equal. In many low- and middle-income countries, including parts of Ethiopia 🇪🇹, essential medicines and therapies remain unaffordable or unavailable.
We must push for better access to care—everywhere.
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April 11 | World 🌎 Parkinson’s Day
Parkinson’s in Ethiopia🇪🇹: A Silent Struggle
🧮 Globally the prevalence of PD has doubled in the past 25 years, but in Ethiopia, it’s under recognized.
📝In Ethiopia 🇪🇹, the incidence rate is estimated at just 1.3 per 100,000 (2018) .
This is likely underreported. Compare this with:
📝UK: 16.5 per 100,000
📝Japan: 183.9 per 100,000
📝Nigeria: 3.3 per 100,000
Why is this important?
♦️Lack of awareness, limited diagnostic access, and low reporting may hide the real burden
♦️Many patients go undiagnosed until symptoms are severe
♦️In Ethiopia🇪🇹, we face more than just motor symptoms.
📋A 2020 study found that 79.5% of Ethiopian PD patients suffer from distressing fatigue, one of the highest rates globally.
Let’s shine a light on Parkinson’s in Ethiopia—because every patient deserves to be seen.
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Ref. PREVALENCE AND DETERMINANTS OF FATIGUE AMONG PARKIN-SON’S DISEASE PATIENTS IN ETHIOPIA, Ethiopian Med. journal, 2018.
Parkinson’s in Ethiopia🇪🇹: A Silent Struggle
🧮 Globally the prevalence of PD has doubled in the past 25 years, but in Ethiopia, it’s under recognized.
📝In Ethiopia 🇪🇹, the incidence rate is estimated at just 1.3 per 100,000 (2018) .
This is likely underreported. Compare this with:
📝UK: 16.5 per 100,000
📝Japan: 183.9 per 100,000
📝Nigeria: 3.3 per 100,000
Why is this important?
♦️Lack of awareness, limited diagnostic access, and low reporting may hide the real burden
♦️Many patients go undiagnosed until symptoms are severe
♦️In Ethiopia🇪🇹, we face more than just motor symptoms.
📋A 2020 study found that 79.5% of Ethiopian PD patients suffer from distressing fatigue, one of the highest rates globally.
Let’s shine a light on Parkinson’s in Ethiopia—because every patient deserves to be seen.
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💙EMSA-AA | More than a Student!💙
Ref. PREVALENCE AND DETERMINANTS OF FATIGUE AMONG PARKIN-SON’S DISEASE PATIENTS IN ETHIOPIA, Ethiopian Med. journal, 2018.
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✨The Webinar Orientation for New Clinical Year One Students was a huge success✨
#DemystifyingMedicalSchool
💥An informative online session where many students were shared clinical experiences from their immediate seniors, On April 9.
A session where curious Year one students were attentively following and asking questions up until ⏰ 9pm.
Thanks to our amazing Old C1 Orienters, our deepest gratitude goes to you guys👍
✨Girmay Temesgen
✨Abenezer Yenew
✨Lidya Berhanu
✨Abel Mekonen
‼️For those who weren’t able to attend, don’t worry—we’ll be sharing the key takeaways and resources with you soon.
🥂Here’s to a successful and inspiring Clinical Year One!
We are Here to Help in your clinical years journey.
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#DemystifyingMedicalSchool
💥An informative online session where many students were shared clinical experiences from their immediate seniors, On April 9.
A session where curious Year one students were attentively following and asking questions up until ⏰ 9pm.
Thanks to our amazing Old C1 Orienters, our deepest gratitude goes to you guys👍
✨Girmay Temesgen
✨Abenezer Yenew
✨Lidya Berhanu
✨Abel Mekonen
‼️For those who weren’t able to attend, don’t worry—we’ll be sharing the key takeaways and resources with you soon.
🥂Here’s to a successful and inspiring Clinical Year One!
We are Here to Help in your clinical years journey.
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Ever Wondered Where to Start with Extracurriculars in Medical School?
Dear SCOMEdians,
🥁🥁Welcome to Episode 1 of our webinar-based capacity building series!
✨ In our inaugural episode, join the inspiring Dr. Abigael Abiy as we dive into Exploring Extracurricular Opportunities within Medical School .
💡 Discover the various extracurricular activities available, understand their advantages and challenges, and learn practical steps to begin and sustain your journey.
🗓 Wednesday, April 16
⌚️ 7:00 PM (1:00 LT)
📍Google Meet
🏃🏽♂️🏃🏽♀️Register and forward your questions using the link👇🏼👇🏼 (Digital certificates will be given to those who attend 4+ SCOME sessions during the term)
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Dear SCOMEdians,
🥁🥁Welcome to Episode 1 of our webinar-based capacity building series!
✨ In our inaugural episode, join the inspiring
💡 Discover the various extracurricular activities available, understand their advantages and challenges, and learn practical steps to begin and sustain your journey.
🗓 Wednesday, April 16
⌚️ 7:00 PM (1:00 LT)
📍Google Meet
🏃🏽♂️🏃🏽♀️Register and forward your questions using the link👇🏼👇🏼 (Digital certificates will be given to those who attend 4+ SCOME sessions during the term)
Register Here
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