Parkinson’s disease affects people of all backgrounds, yet Black women face unique challenges at the intersection of race and gender that compound barriers to quality care. This presentation examines how the overlapping effects of being both Black and female create distinct obstacles in diagnosis, treatment, and support that differ from those experienced by other demographic groups.

Learn about the differences in symptom presentation, the impact of hormonal influences, and how intersectional identities shape the healthcare experience. Discover evidence-based strategies for providing culturally responsive care that addresses these layered challenges. Whether you’re a clinician or researcher, this presentation will equip you with essential insights for advancing health equity in Parkinson’s care.

Intended Audience: Healthcare professionals, researchers, individuals with Parkinson’s and their loved ones

Presenter: Valeria Gary, MA, CCC-SLP, Cognition and Parkinson’s Specialist

Continuing Education Information: This webinar is available for 0.1 ASHA CEUs for speech-language pathologists. Other professionals can request a certificate to self-report CE activity.