Bill > SRes194

This resolution expresses support for designating April 2025 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month" while highlighting the significant impact of Parkinson's disease in the United States. The resolution provides context about the disease, noting that it affects over 1,000,000 individuals in the US, with nearly 90,000 new diagnoses annually, and is the second most common neurodegenerative disease worldwide. It acknowledges the complex nature of the disease, which is believed to result from genetic and environmental factors, and points out that by 2037, the number of individuals with Parkinson's is expected to nearly double, with annual costs potentially reaching $80 billion. The resolution recognizes the wide-ranging symptoms of Parkinson's, including dementia, tremors, movement difficulties, and depression, and emphasizes the profound effect on family caregivers and loved ones. By formally supporting Parkinson's Awareness Month, the resolution aims to raise awareness, continue research efforts to find better treatments and a potential cure, recognize individuals participating in clinical trials, and commend the dedication of organizations, volunteers, and researchers working to improve the quality of life for those affected by the disease.

Health and Social Services

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/194/all-info