April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, when the world comes together to shine a light on Parkinson’s and support people living with this condition.

Parkinson’s is a neurodegenerative disease that affects millions of people worldwide, including 70,000 right here in New South Wales. It is now recognised as the fastest growing neurological condition.

At Parkinson’s NSW, we are committed to supporting individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s. But we can’t do it alone – we need your help to raise awareness and make a difference in the lives of those living with Parkinson’s.

Parkinson’s is more common than many people realise, affecting more than 200,000 Australians and over 10 million people worldwide. Yet, despite its prevalence, it remains widely misunderstood. It’s often mistaken for just a tremor, when in reality, it’s a complex neurological condition that affects movement, mood, cognition, and overall quality of life.

We are stronger together, so during this month have as many conversations as you can about Parkinson’s … what it is and what it does to individuals… caregivers… families… and communities.

Every conversation builds our story and develops more awareness of Parkinson’s disease. Every conversation counts for our community.

We invite you to stand with us to help break the stigma, challenge misconceptions, and support those impacted by Parkinson’s.

Watch the message from our CEO, Mary Kay Walker as she shares why this month matters and how you can get involved.