Global community raises awareness for World Parkinson’s Day
全球社群共同提升對世界帕金森日（World Parkinson’s Day）的關注
On April 11 each year, the world marks World Parkinson’s Day, an essential global initiative dedicated to raising awareness for Parkinson’s disease.
每年的4月11日，全球都會紀念「世界帕金森病日」，這是一項致力於提升對帕金森病認識的重要全球性活動。
James Parkinson, who first described the condition in 1817.
帕金森病是一種漸進性的神經系統疾病，由製造多巴胺的神經細胞流失所引起，而多巴胺是維持運動機能不可或缺的化學物質。
Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological disorder caused by the loss of nerve cells that produce dopamine, a chemical vital for movement.
患者可能會經歷運動症狀，例如顫抖和僵硬，以及非運動症狀，如憂鬱或睡眠問題。
People living with the condition may experience both motor symptoms, such as tremors and stiffness, and non-motor symptoms like depression or sleep issues.
目前，它被公認為全球成長最快的神經系統疾病，因此教育與早期篩檢變得前所未有的重要。
Symbols like the red tulip and the spark represent the unity and resilience of the community.
從點亮地標建築到舉辦宣導健走，這一天的活動鼓勵我們與受影響者團結一致。
From lighting up iconic landmarks to hosting advocacy walks, the observance encourages us all to stand in solidarity with those affected.
透過建立支持網絡並資助新研究，我們正朝著更好的管理策略，以及最終治癒這種改變生命的疾病邁進。
By fostering support networks and funding new research, we move closer to better management strategies and, ultimately, a cure for this life-altering condition.
