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Parkinson’s disease by the numbers

By the numbers
Between 500,000 and 1 million people in
the United States are estimated to be living with
Parkinson’s disease (PD).
PD is more common in older adults as the risk
of developing it increases with age. The average age
of onset is around 70 years old.
Although rare, some people develop PD as young as
age 50. This is known as “early onset” PD.
PD affects more men than women.
About 15% to 25% of people with PD have a
family member who also has the disease. Having
one or more close relative with PD increases your
risk of developing it. Source: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

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