The 6th Annual Stepping Out for Parkinson's Walk Benefitting Parkinson's Research at NorthShore University HealthSystem

WHAT: Step up and join the fight against Parkinson’s disease at the 6th Annual Stepping Out for Parkinson’s Fun Run and Walk in Round Lake. Runners, walkers and advocates alike will make their way through the Nippersink Forest Preserve during this 1.5 mile walk, enjoying time with family and friends while raising funds for Parkinson’s disease research. Following the walk, participants will gather for lunch, games, have the opportunity to participate in a raffle and bid on a wonderful array of silent auction items.

BENEFICIARY: Proceeds from the 6th annual Stepping Out for Parkinson’s event will support leading-edge research at NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) Neurological Institute where physicians and scientists are helping to identify the best medication to prevent and treat Parkinson’s disease. NorthShore’s broad range of research and clinical trials bring more options—and more hope—to patients and their families.

WHEN: Sunday, June 12, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.

WHERE: Nippersink Forest Preserve

Round Lake, IL 60030

COST: $20 per adult—pre-registered, $25 per adult—same day registration

$10 per child (ages 5-12)—pre-registered, $12 per child—same day registration

RSVP: Online registration can be completed in advance of the event and is available at: http://www.sofpd.myevent.com/3/online_payment.htm

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INFO: For more information about NorthShore or ways to support the innovative care and research being provided by NorthShore Neurological Institute, please call (224) 364-7200 or visit foundation.northshore.org. Additional details on the Stepping Out for Parkinson’s Walk can be found at sofpd.myevent.com/

ABOUT: Headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) is a comprehensive, fully integrated, healthcare delivery system that serves the Chicago region. The system includes four hospitals in Evanston, Glenview, Highland Park and Skokie. NorthShore employs approximately 10,000 staff and has 2,400 affiliated physicians, including a 900 physician, multispecialty group practice with some 100 office locations. Further, NorthShore supports teaching and research as the principal teaching affiliate for the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.

The NorthShore Research Institute focuses on clinical and translational research, including leadership in clinical trials, medical informatics and genomics. The NorthShore Foundation is the organization's primary philanthropic entity. The Foundation raises charitable contributions and engages volunteer friends in support of NorthShore's ongoing mission to preserve and improve human life.

NorthShore has significant capabilities in a wide spectrum of clinical programs, including Kellogg Cancer Center, NorthShore Neurological Institute, NorthShore Orthopaedic Institute and NorthShore Cardiovascular Institute, as well as high-risk maternity and pediatrics. NorthShore is a Magnet recognized organization, the first in Illinois designated as a system to receive this prestigious honor that demonstrates excellence in nursing. NorthShore is a national leader in the implementation of innovative technologies, including electronic medical records (EMR). In 2003, NorthShore was among the first in the country to successfully launch a system-wide EMR with demonstrable benefits in quality, safety, efficiency and service to patients. NorthShore has been recognized by multiple national organizations for this notable achievement.

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