Name: The Power to Prevent: Health, Environment & Hope
Start: 2025-11-18T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-11-18T20:00:00-05:00
Location: Coastal Discovery Museum

A free community forum uniting local leaders, health experts and residents to protect brain health and the Lowcountry’s natural environment.
About this Event

The Power to Prevent: Health, Environment & Hope

As concern grows over the health impacts of environmental toxins, local and state leaders will gather for The Power to Prevent: Health, Environment & Hope — a free community forum exploring how prevention-based policies can protect South Carolinians from harmful pesticides and toxic chemicals linked to diseases such as Parkinson’s.

Hosted by Non-Toxic Neighborhoods, and featuring State Representative Bill Herbkersman and world-renowned neurologist Dr. Ray Dorsey, the event will highlight how Lowcountry leadership is shaping statewide efforts to strengthen environmental safeguards, advance brain health, and build healthier communities across South Carolina.

Agenda

🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Keynote & Q/A: "The Brain and Our Environment"
Host: Dr. Ray Dorsey

Info: World-renown neurologist and co-author of the instant NYT bestseller, "The Parkinson's Plan", Dr. Ray Dorsey explains how chemicals in our food, water, and air contribute to brain diseases like Parkinson's and outlines simple steps to protect yourself and your loved ones.

🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Panel Discussion: "Partering to Protect Our Shared Ground"
Host: Dr. Ray Dorsey

Info: Community round table featuring Rep. Herbkersman, Dr. Ray Dorsey, and local councilmembers addresses practical local solutions and upcoming statewide efforts to strengthen public health protections. Moderated by Kim Konte, Non-Toxic Neighborhoods.