Expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2024 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".

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Introduced on April 11, 2024 by Deborah Ann Stabenow

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Expresses support for the designation of April 2024 as “Parkinson’s Awareness Month.”
Acknowledges that over 1,000,000 individuals in the U.S. are affected by Parkinson’s disease, with nearly 90,000 new cases diagnosed each year.
Notes Parkinson’s disease as the fastest-growing and second most common neurodegenerative disease globally.
States that the exact cause of Parkinson’s disease is mostly unknown but is believed to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Mentions Parkinson’s disease as the 15th leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Estimates that by 2037, the number of individuals in the U.S. with Parkinson’s disease will nearly double, costing at least $80,000,000,000 annually.
Describes symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, including dementia, cognitive impairment, tremors, slowness of movement, rigidity, gait and balance difficulties, speech and swallowing difficulties, and depression.
Highlights the impact of Parkinson’s disease on millions of family caregivers, friends, and loved ones.
Emphasizes the need for more research, education, and community support services to find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson’s disease and to maintain the dignity of those living with the disease.
Supports the goals and ideals of Parkinson’s Awareness Month.
Continues to support research for better treatments and a cure for Parkinson’s disease.
Recognizes individuals living with Parkinson’s disease who participate in clinical trials to advance knowledge of the disease.
Commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, researchers, and individuals across the U.S. working to improve the quality of life of people living with Parkinson’s disease and their families.

Last updated 8/8/2024