Rocky Mount YMCA uses boxing to counter impact of Parkinson’s Gene Marrano March 5, 2019 1 min read courtesy Franklin County YMCA Approximately 60, 000 people are diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease each year. Symptoms include muscle rigidity, tremors and changes in speech and gait. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports some patients are literally fighting back. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Phase One of Fallon Park Elementary remodel reaches milestone todayNext: City Council looks for equity in new comp. plan Related Stories 1 min read Report of active shooter on UVA campus not supported after sweep by police Gene Marrano November 3, 2025 1 min read AG Jason Miyares responds to Cardinal News report on Commonwealth’s early release policy Clark Palmer November 3, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech professor questions longevity of Virginia’s emergency food assistance amid federal shutdown Web Staff November 3, 2025
