The Washington Post August 28, 2026 • 12:02

Parkinson’s can rob people’s voices. This instrument could help bring them back. - The Washington Post

By Meeri Kim

Parkinson’s can rob people’s voices. This instrument could help bring them back. - The Washington Post

“I never imagined that a simple harmonica could make such a meaningful difference in my life,” said one Parkinson's patient. “It has helped me find my voice again.”

About a decade ago, Neal Tomita started to lose his voice. He has Parkinsons, and voice and speech problems are a common issue, affecting up to 90 percent of people as the neurological disease advanc… [+2 chars]

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