Bill > SR0043

This resolution recognizes April as Parkinson's Awareness Month and April 11, 2025, as World Parkinson's Day, while providing important context about the neurological disease. The resolution highlights that Parkinson's disease is a chronic, progressive condition affecting approximately 1 million Americans and over 10 million people worldwide, with the number of diagnoses projected to reach 1.2 million by 2030. It explains that the disease is caused by a lack of dopamine in the brain and is characterized by symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, slow movement, postural instability, and cognitive impairment. The resolution emphasizes that there is currently no cure or objective diagnostic test, and treatments are limited, with annual medication costs averaging $2,500 and therapeutic surgery potentially costing up to $100,000 per person. The total annual economic impact is estimated at nearly $52 billion. By recognizing Parkinson's Awareness Month, the resolution aims to increase public understanding, support ongoing research efforts, and highlight the need for improved treatments and care for those affected by the disease.

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/resolutions/senate/simple/43/details