Have you heard of Parkinson’s Disease but never really understood what it is? April is National Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month and it’s the perfect time to learn more about the disease. The Michael J. Fox Foundation is an excellent source of information regarding the disease. You can learn about the possible causes, symptoms and how you can help find a cure by making a donation toward research. The good news is that there is a lot of information available about Parkinson’s and people are rallying together to find a cure.

Basic Facts About Parkinson's Disease

 It is a chronic, degenerative neurological disorder that affects:

One_In_100_People
Nerve_Cells

Visible symptoms include:

Hand_Tremor
Decreased_Mobility
Changes_In_Speech

The exact cause of Parkinson’s Disease is unknown, although research points to:

Genetic_Factors
Environmental_Factors_2

There is no cure for Parkinson’s Disease, however…

Medication

The good news is that there is a lot of information available about Parkinson’s and people are rallying together to find a cure.

To learn more about the disease, please click here or here.

If you found an error, highlight it and press Shift + Enter or click here to inform us.

Print Friendly, PDF & Email