Parkinson’s Resource Organization Unveils Major Public Awareness Campaign on Early Signs of Parkinson’s

New bilingual initiative aims to help people recognize subtle symptoms and seek treatment earlier 

Palm Desert, CA, July 1, 2026 – Parkinson’s Resource Organization (PRO) has launched a bilingual public education campaign designed to help people recognize the early signs of Parkinson’s disease – symptoms that appear years before the hallmark tremor that most people associate with the condition. 

The initiative is focused on increasing awareness of lesser-known symptoms like constipation, handwriting changes, active dreaming during sleep, loss of smell, anxiety, and depression, encouraging earlier diagnosis and early treatment to increase quality of life. 

“People often dismiss the early signs of Parkinson’s as stress, aging, even menopause,” says Eileen Lynch, Executive Director of Parkinson’s Resource Organization. “By helping people recognize the signs sooner, we hope to empower them to seek medical evaluation earlier, access treatments sooner, and potentially even slow disease progression.” 

Early diagnosis can provide individuals and families with more time to access therapies, implement lifestyle changes, participate in clinical research, and build a care team before symptoms significantly impact daily life. Research shows that regular vigorous exercise in the early stages of Parkinson’s can help slow the progression of symptoms.

“The misconception that Parkinson’s begins with a tremor can cause serious diagnostic delays,” says Lynch. “With a neurodegenerative condition like Parkinson’s, time is health. We’re committed to helping people make the most of their time and live a good quality of life with Parkinson’s.”

The multi-media campaign includes English and Spanish billboards, television, and radio public service announcements as well as digital advertising, community outreach efforts, educational materials, and physician engagement initiatives throughout the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities. In addition to educating the general public, the campaign seeks to increase awareness among primary care providers and healthcare professionals who are often the first point of contact for individuals experiencing early symptoms.

The campaign reflects PRO’s ongoing commitment to education, advocacy, and support for people living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. For more than 35 years, the organization has worked to ensure that no one faces Parkinson’s alone by providing free support groups, educational programs, one-on-one guidance, and community. 

Community members are encouraged to learn more about the early signs of Parkinson’s disease and access educational resources by visiting Parkinson’s Resource Organization at www.parkinsonsresource.org.

About Parkinson's Resource Organization

Founded in 1990 by caregivers, Parkinson’s Resource Organization (PRO) works so no one is isolated because of Parkinson’s disease. PRO improves quality of life for people with Parkinson’s, their families, and caregivers through emotional support groups, educational programs, practical resources, and access to a qualified network of professionals. As the fastest-growing neurodegenerative condition in the world, Parkinson’s demands community — and PRO has been the trusted source of high-quality, relevant, research-based, and accessible community support for more than three decades.

For more information about Parkinson's Resource Organization please visit parkinsonsresource.org, contact us at (760) 773-5628, or email info@parkinsonsresource.org. Parkinson’s Resource Organization is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charity 501(c)(3) tax ID: #95-4304276. 

MEDIA LINKS

English Video PSA here: Could These Be the Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease?

Spanish Video PSA here: ¿Podrían ser estos los primeros signos de Parkinson?