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This resolution aims to designate April 2025 and April 2026 as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Months, highlighting the significant impact of this chronic, progressive neurological disease in the United States. The resolution provides context about Parkinson's disease, noting that it affects approximately one million people, with an expected rise to 1.2 million by 2030, and results in 90,000 new diagnoses annually. It emphasizes the disease's severity, ranking as the 14th leading cause of death and imposing an estimated $52 billion annual economic burden. The resolution acknowledges the complex nature of Parkinson's disease, which has no known objective test, cure, or method to halt its progression, and is characterized by varied symptoms including tremors, movement difficulties, cognitive impairment, and mood disorders. By designating these awareness months, the resolution aims to draw attention to the ongoing efforts of volunteers, researchers, caregivers, and medical professionals working to improve the lives of those affected, and to underscore the critical need for continued research, education, and support from organizations like the Michael J. Fox Foundation and Parkinson's Foundation.

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/joint_resolution/sjr29