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Support Awareness Action Rehabilitate people with Parkinson’s and other neurological disorders. A holistic approach to living well Through active life style

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Sugamya Bharat App to incorporate artificial intelligence features to make it a one-stop point for people with disability, said Disability the Secretary Rajesh Aggarwal on Monday.
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[International Purple Fest, Goa - 2025 @purplefestgoa]

Meet our next Purple Ambassador, Chaitanya Mukund,

Chaitanya Mukund is an author, blogger, and supermodel who has Cerebral Palsy. In 2018, he gained recognition for becoming a supermodel with a disability at a fashion event that made it into the Guinness Book of World Records for having the most designers present in a single continuous fashion show.

In 2019, he introduced India's first superhero, Shivay, whose alter-ego is a person with a physical disability, through his debut book.
He initiated the #AbusingTheDisability social media campaign to raise awareness about this issue, which garnered widespread attention and praise for its direct approach.

Additionally, he was a guest on an award-winning podcast based in California, where he shared his life journey and efforts in the disability sector.
His life’s journey has also been featured on prominent platforms like The Better India, Humans of Bombay, Storiyaan etc.

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Introducing the fourth pillar to our ambassadors list, Prasad Joshi.

Prasad Joshi, a resident of Valpoi, Goa, is a dedicated deaf individual who currently holds the position of Lower Division Clerk at Goa University. Beyond his professional role, he is the Founder and General Secretary of the Goa Association of the Deaf.

Furthermore, Prasad serves as the Vice President of the All India Deaf Arts & Culture Society in New Delhi (2023-2027). He is also a member of the Social Welfare Department for State Fund, Govt of Goa and was also selected as 'Access Mantra - Deaf Role Model' in India. Notably, Prasad played a pivotal role in successfully coordinating the 10th Miss and Mister Deaf India event, during the Purple Fest, 2023 which is a significant achievement for the state of Goa.

Through his organization, Prasad has been unwavering in his efforts to raise awareness about the challenges faced by the deaf community. He has been advocating for the inclusion of Indian Sign Language in schools, recognizing its importance. For his dedicated service, he received the esteemed title of "Best Government Employee in the Disability Category" from the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Goa.

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[International Purple Fest, Goa - 2025 @purplefestgoa]

#ProudMomentForGoa || Goa's dedication to inclusion shines through as Shri. Guruprasad Pawaskar, the Goa State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities & Shri. Taha Haaziq, Secretary of the Goa State Commission for Persons with Disabilities, have clinched the National Award for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities for the year 2023 recognised by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.

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[International Purple Fest, Goa - 2025 @purplefestgoa]

Meet the stars of International Purple Fest Goa 2024 – our Purple Ambassadors, the event's heart and soul.

Join us for a unique celebration – register now!

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[International Purple Fest, Goa - 2025 @purplefestgoa]

We want to express our immense gratitude to ⁦@radioudaan⁩ for the exclusive interview featuring Shri. Rajesh Aggarwal, Secretary, DEPwD, Govt of India. Our sincere gratitude goes to ⁦@rajeshaggarwal⁩ ji for his unwavering support. https://t.co/OABmaXtThy

[Parkinson's Life @parkinsons_life]

“Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket.”

Dr Sara Riggare and Dr Werner Poewe discuss how people with #Parkinsons can tackle ‘off’ periods when they occur – and why a holistic management approach is so important: https://t.co/WopcVNrwdd #Sponsored

[India Inclusion Summit @IndiaInclusion]

The rare Young-Onset Parkinson’s disease struck Dr Shanthipriya Siva from Tamil Nadu when she was just 35. By 50, she had become an artist, writer, trekker, model, and founder of an organisation that helps others with Parkinson’s.

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Love this post by @SaraRiggare that talks about the secret sauce of the World Parkinson Congresses... https://t.co/WM1zIysC1g

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@ohkathleenkiddo Hugs to u. Get well soon dear

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@studiosree @RichelleFlan @trinwomgrad @womenspdproject Beautiful

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“Awareness is the first medication”, Hannington Kabugo, #WPC2013 Robin A Elliott Award for Outstanding Community Service recipient. @WorldPDCongress

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@studiosree On

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*A regular routine is the key to better sleep.
It is best to avoid stimulants such as caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine an hour or two before bedtime
Exercise during the day can improve your sleep at night.
Keep your bedroom calm and comfortable.
Prior to sleep, deep breathing

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Here are a few tips for eating healthy,

1) Sugar consumption should be reduced.

2) Eat lots of fruits, vegetables and grains.

3) Eat foods high in fiber.

4) Stay hydrated.

5) Saturated fats and cholesterol should be avoided.

6) Avoid alcohol.

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A healthy lifestyle requires a sense of balance, mobility, and activities of daily living.

Physical activity can maintain and improve mobility, flexibility, and balance, as well as ease non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease

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May the festival of lights fill your life with the glow of happiness. Wishing you all a happy and prosperous Diwali.

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World Arthritis Day*

On the occasion of World Arthritis Day, let us take an oath that we are going to make more and more people aware of it so that they can have a better life.