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MCC Daily Tribune

Parkinson's Awareness Month

Parkinson’s Awareness Month is observed in April. Parkinson’s Awareness Month is an opportunity to increase awareness about the ailment and its symptoms, as well as to support victims. Parkinson’s is a long-term disorder where the central nervous system degenerates and that affects the motor system. Motor symptoms like trembling, stiffness, and rigidity are usually associated with Parkinson’s disease. Symptoms typically occur slowly. One side is often affected first, but as Parkinson’s disease progresses, both sides are affected. Celebrities such as Muhammed Ali and Michael J. Fox were diagnosed with Parkinson’s.

HOW TO OBSERVE PARKINSON'S AWARENESS MONTH

  1. Attend a local event

    Throughout April, towns, businesses, healthcare professionals, and Parkinson's support groups will be voicing support, staging B.B.Q.s, organizing events, and giving information and access to education for those living with Parkinson's disease. Participate at a local event to show your support.

  2. Show your support on socials

    Join millions of people on Facebook, Instagram, Linked In, and Twitter. Share your messages of support using the hashtag #parkinsonsawareness to help increase awareness.

  3. Visit the neurologist

    Make this the month you finally schedule that neurologist visit you've been putting off. It's better to be safe than sorry.

5 FACTS ABOUT PARKINSON’S THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND

  1. Different strokes

    There are no two persons that experience the same symptoms.

  2. More bad news

    Non-movement symptoms are more difficult to deal with than motor symptoms.

  3. It’s time to see the doctor

    Loss of smell and small handwriting are some early symptoms of Parkinson’s.

  4. Expensive business

    At least $25 billion is spent per year on treatments for patients.

  5. Gender-specific

    More men are affected by Parkinson’s than women.

WHY PARKINSON'S AWARENESS MONTH IS IMPORTANT

  1. Raising awareness

    It encourages discussion about actions that can ease the issues faced by Parkinson’s patients. We can only offer support when we know more about the ailment.

  2. Support for victims

    Through events, we can offer people with this disease the support they need. Individuals and organizations rally and volunteer or offer donations to make life easier for patients.

  3. Appreciation and encouragement for contributors

    The month is an opportunity to appreciate the efforts of all those that contribute to the fight against Parkinson’s disease. Organizations, individuals, healthcare professionals, and support groups are encouraged to continue the valuable work they do.

 

Parkinson's Awareness Month - National Today - https://nationaltoday.com/parkinsons-awareness-month/

Sarah Benedict
MCC Wellness Council
04/26/2023