World Parkinson’s Day 2023: History, significance, facts | World News

World Parkinson’s Day The birthday of Dr. Parkinson, who identified Parkinson’s disease as a medical condition and published an article in 1817 “On the Shaking Paralysis,” is celebrated annually on April 11.

Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects the nervous system. The disease occurs with age, but it can also affect young people under the age of 50. According to the latest figures from the Parkinson’s Foundation, more than 10 million people worldwide have Parkinson’s disease.

According to Dr. Kapil Singhal, Director of Neurology, Fortis Hospital, Noida, common symptoms of Parkinson’s disease are tremors, shaking hands, voice changes, and slowness of all movements. A person spends more time bathing, dressing, and eating, walks more slowly, tends to drag feet when walking, and develops imbalances. It can also affect people’s emotions as they struggle to acknowledge verbal and nonverbal emotional cues.

The day is celebrated to raise awareness and educate people about Parkinson’s disease and its effects, and to help and support those living with the disease. It ensures support and acceptance for people with Parkinson’s disease can help reduce their suffering.

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History of World Parkinson’s Day:

World Parkinson’s Disease Day is observed on April 11 to commemorate the birthday of Dr. James Parkinson, who in 1817 wrote his “Dissertation on the Shaking Paralysis” that first identified Parkinson’s disease as a disease.

In 1997, the World Health Organization and the European Parkinson’s Association (EPDA) declared World Parkinson’s Day to be a way for patients and healthcare professionals to work together to raise awareness of the disease.

At the 9th World Parkinson’s Disease Day Congress in 2005, the red tulip was chosen as the official symbol of the disease.

World Parkinson’s Day Significance:

Parkinson’s disease is one of the most common neurological disorders in the world, but its prevalence in India remains uncertain due to lack of awareness and scientific literature.

The day aims to raise awareness of Parkinson’s disease and encourage community service to help those living with the disease.

Parkinson’s Facts:

Parkinson’s disease is treatable, but not curable, but there are a variety of treatments available. Due to the complexity of the condition, each person suffers from the disease differently and the symptoms develop differently. Parkinson’s disease is not fatal, but life expectancy depends on the type of Parkinson’s disease a person has.