Parkinson Awareness Month supported by Global Edmonton

Every year, Parkinson Association of Alberta (PAA) dedicates the month of April to raising awareness of those living with and affected by Parkinson disease and Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes, the people that support and love them, and the needs of our community.

Parkinson’s Awareness Month is an opportunity to engage the public in expanding their understanding of Parkinson’s, and the profound effects it has on the lives of over 15,000 Albertans living with the disease.

This April, we will Celebrate our Community.

Parkinson’s is the fastest growing neurological disorder in the world – yet it receives very little attention. There is no cure. As we age, our chances of being diagnosed with Parkinson disease increase exponentially. By 2046, 1 in 5 Albertan’s will be a senior. The cost of direct & indirect care for Albertans is approximately $180 million annually, and with no consistent Government funding or support, the overall impact is also carried by their families, communities, care providers and other supports.