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Senate Supports Parkinson's Awareness Month and Research Funding

The US Senate officially supports designating April as Parkinson’s Awareness Month to highlight this rapidly growing neurodegenerative disease affecting over a million Americans. The resolution emphasizes the critical need for increased research funding, public education, and community support services for patients and their caregivers. This symbolic action aims to mobilize efforts against a disease projected to cost $80 billion annually by 2037.
Key points
Official designation of April as Parkinson's Awareness Month to boost public understanding and support for those affected.
Senate commitment to continue supporting research aimed at finding better treatments and a cure for Parkinson's disease.
Recognition of patients participating in vital clinical trials and the dedication of caregivers and support organizations.
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Additional Information
A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2023 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".
Print number: SRES 184
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Process start date: 2023-04-27