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World Parkinson’s Day 2025.
When you’re first learning about Parkinson’s disease, it can be difficult to know where to begin. You may find yourself asking questions like: 
“How do I raise awareness about Parkinson’s?” “How can I connect with others who understand?” “What can I do to help make a difference?” And perhaps most importantly: “How can we all come together to support those affected?” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is: you’re not alone. On World Parkinson’s Day, we have the opportunity to come together, raise awareness, and take action. Here\u2019s how you can get involved and make a lasting impact. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Parkinson\u2019s?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that affects the brain’s ability to produce dopamine, a chemical crucial for controlling movement. Dopamine plays a significant role in coordinating muscle movements, and when its production is impaired, it leads to the symptoms associated with Parkinson\u2019s. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parkinson\u2019s is a progressive condition, meaning its symptoms gradually appear and worsen over time as the brain becomes increasingly damaged. Although Parkinson\u2019s can be life-altering, it is not typically life-threatening. While some of the more advanced symptoms may make individuals more susceptible to infections, most people with Parkinson\u2019s will not see a significant reduction in life expectancy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease<\/strong> | World Parkinson’s Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Parkinson\u2019s symptoms are typically classified into two main groups: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Motor Symptoms<\/strong> \u2013 These symptoms affect movement and include: Tremors (shaking) | Muscle rigidity (stiffness) | Slowness of movement (bradykinesia) <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Non-Motor Symptoms<\/strong> \u2013 These symptoms affect various other aspects of health and include:\u00a0
      Pain |\u00a0Anxiety\u00a0| Depression\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Parkinson’s disease is not just a motor disorder that affects movement. In fact, there are over 40 potential symptoms that can impact a person’s quality of life, including issues with mood, sleep, pain, gut health, and constipation. While tremors and other motor symptoms are well-known, many other symptoms, such as depression and loss of speech, can be invisible to others, making those with the disease feel even more isolated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      What causes Parkinson\u2019s?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Parkinson\u2019s disease occurs when neurons in a part of the brain called the substantia nigra gradually lose their ability to produce dopamine. Dopamine is a vital chemical messenger responsible for controlling movement and coordination. As dopamine levels decline, individuals begin to experience motor symptoms typical of Parkinson’s, such as tremors, stiffness, slowness of movement, and issues with balance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Although the exact cause of dopamine-producing neuron loss is not yet fully understood, several factors are thought to contribute to the condition: <\/p>\n\n\n\n