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One million

people in the U.S. are living with Parkinson’s

90,000

people in the U.S. are diagnosed with Parkinson's every year

Ten million

people worldwide are living with Parkinson's

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We are your trusted resource for the latest Parkinson’s disease news, statistics, research, expert commentary and more. If you are a member of the media working on a story regarding PD, please contact Melissa Nobles-Gonzalez, Public Relations Manager, at 305-537-9134 or MGonzalez@Parkinson.org.

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Parkinson’s Foundation Announces Fall 2025 Moving Day Walks

NEW YORK & MIAMI (September 16, 2025) — Today, the Parkinson’s Foundation announced the fall 2025 event lineup for Moving Day, a Walk for Parkinson’s. Moving Day is the Foundation’s signature fundraising event that unites supporters to take action in the fight against Parkinson’s (PD).

In The News

In The News

Hospitalized Parkinson’s disease patients who stay active may recover faster, have improved care outcomes, study finds

McKnights Long-Term Care News, September 18, 2025

People with Parkinson’s disease who remain active during their hospital stays may experience a faster recovery and better longevity, according to a study published in the June edition of Parkinsonism & Related Disorders. The Foundation's Hospital Care Recommendations are cited and Parkinson.org is linked.

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Drug aiming to protect brain cells enters clinical trials

Parkinson's UK
September 8, 2025

Parkinson's Virtual Biotech-funded NRG Therapeutics has secured an impressive £50 million to advance their drug, NRG5051, into clinical trials for people with Parkinson’s and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) , also known as motor neuron disease (MND). The Foundation is mentioned as a partner of the Parkinson's Virtual Biotech.

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