Proclamation – World Parkinson’s Day, April 11, 2022

“Whereas in 1817, James Parkinson published “An Essay on the Shaking Palsy”, which was the first such recognition of a disease that eventually would be known by his name; and

Whereas on April 11, the birthdate of James Parkinson, the Parkinson’s community raises awareness about Parkinson’s disease, which is a neurodegenerative disorder, and the day is an opportunity for people with Parkinson’s, scientists, fundraisers and families, carers and clinicians, to come together and tell the story of Parkinson’s; and

Whereas various in-person and virtual events across North America and around the globe will seek to bring greater understanding of this disorder, which affects an estimated 7 to 10 million people worldwide, and, which is the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world;

Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Bob Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council, do hereby recognize April 11, 2022 as World Parkinson’s Day, in the County of Northumberland.”