Libraries Provide Resources for Parkinson's Awareness Month
April is Parkinson's Awareness Month, and World Parkinson's Disease Day is observed on April 11. A display of relevant resources is up near the west entrance of Mullins Library. Curated by Lynaire Hartsell, user experience coordinator, the display includes physical materials as well as QR codes that link to online resources.
According to the Parkinson's Foundation, more than 10 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Nearly 1 million of those people live in the United States.
"I am impressed with the libraries' Parkinson's Awareness Month collection," said Martha Anderson, director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for the University Libraries. "What is different about this collection is that most of the resources are in ebook format. Strategically placed QR codes direct the users to digital access. Some notable selections include Coffee, Tea, Chocolate, and the Brain; several versions of Parkinson's Disease; and Dementia in Parkinson's Disease."
All titles on display are available for immediate checkout. The libraries are committed to providing timely resources and information on a variety of topics related to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Contacts
Lynaire Hartsell, user experience coordinator
University Libraries
479-575-4103,
hartsell@uark.edu
Kelsey Lovewell Lippard, director of public relations
University Libraries
479-575-7311,
klovewel@uark.edu
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