News — April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the 1 million Americans currently living with Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement and can lead to tremors, stiffness, and balance issues. According to the Parkinson’s Foundation’s Prevalence Project, that number is expected to rise to 1.2 million by 2030, highlighting the growing need for awareness, early detection, and advancements in treatment.

, a neurosurgeon specializing in movement disorders at UC San Diego Health, is available to discuss early signs of Parkinson’s, the importance of timely diagnosis, and the latest developments in research and care.

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