Tag: Parkinson’s Foundation

Parkinson’s Foundation Launches #Take6forPD Campaign for Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Stuart Mitchell

The Parkinson’s Foundation brings Parkinson’s disease (PD) to the forefront with the launch of a new awareness campaign, #Take6forPD. April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and efforts to raise awareness and funds are part of the Foundation’s mission to make life better for people with PD, their loved ones and those working toward a cure. “Nearly one million people in the U.S. are living with Parkinson’s disease, and by 2030, the number is expected to reach 1.2 million,” said Parkinson’s Foundation President and CEO John L. Lehr. “The Parkinson’s Foundation raises…

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Parkinson’s Foundation Launches #FutureofPD Campaign for Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Stuart Mitchell

Marking the beginning of Parkinson’s Awareness Month, the Parkinson’s Foundation has announced the new #FutureofPD campaign. The multifaceted initiative aims to raise awareness of Parkinson’s disease (PD) while highlighting steps the entire community can take to create a future without PD. “Parkinson’s disease affects nearly one million Americans and that is expected to rise as the population ages,” said Parkinson’s Foundation President and CEO John L. Lehr. “This campaign highlights the role we all play in solving this complex disease, whether participating in research, finding expert care and resources, or…

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