Proclaims April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month" in Rhode Island to increase awareness and support for Parkinson's Disease.

The resolution designates April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It highlights the need for increased efforts and awareness to expedite research for better treatments and a cure for Parkinson's Disease. The resolution also aims to improve programs and services for those affected by the disease. It acknowledges that Parkinson's Disease is a chronic, progressive neurological condition affecting over one million people in the United States, with nearly 90,000 new diagnoses annually. The resolution emphasizes the lack of a cure and the need for enhanced support and research.

Proclaims April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month" in Rhode Island to increase awareness and support for Parkinson's Disease.

The resolution designates April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month" in Rhode Island. It highlights the need for increased efforts and awareness to expedite research for better treatments and a cure for Parkinson's Disease. The resolution also aims to improve programs and services for those affected by the disease. It acknowledges that Parkinson's Disease is a chronic, progressive neurological condition affecting over one million people in the United States, with nearly 90,000 new diagnoses annually. The resolution emphasizes the lack of a cure and the need for enhanced support and research.