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WHO WE ARE
The Adewunmi Desalu Parkinson’s Foundation (ADPF) is a non-governmental, not-for-profit organisation that exists to support people living with Parkinson’s disease, their care partners and their families to achieve a wholesome life.
ADPF offers a seamless route to diagnosis, medication, rehabilitation and social support – free of charge – to people living with or impacted by Parkinson’s disease in Nigeria; and provides inspiration, tools and a positive environment to enable people with Parkinson’s Disease live better everyday.
Until there is a cure for Parkinson’s, ADPF shall continue to lead the way in providing care and resources that improve quality of life, first within Nigeria and then on the continent.
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a condition where a part of your brain deteriorates, causing more severe symptoms over time. While this condition is best known for how it affects muscle control, balance and movement, it can also cause a wide range of other effects on your senses, thinking ability, mental health and more.
Parkinson’s disease is very common overall, ranking second among age-related degenerative brain diseases. It’s also the most common motor (movement-related) brain disease. Experts estimate that it affects at least 1% of people over age 50 worldwide.
Become A Volunteer
Join the movement to transform lives for the better and support research towards finding a cure. You will be provided handy tools to help you take action and make a difference.
Make A Donation
Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of people impacted by Parkinson’s disease.
Donate now to advance our mission to help them live wholesome lives. Every donation counts!
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Frequently Asked Questions.
Parkinson’s disease is a condition where a part of your brain deteriorates, causing more severe symptoms over time. While this condition is best known for how it affects muscle control, balance and movement, it can also cause a wide range of other effects on your senses, thinking ability, mental health and more.
- Tremor in hands, arms, legs, jaw, or head.
- Muscle stiffness, where muscle remains contracted for a long time.
- Slowness of movement.
- Impaired balance and coordination, sometimes leading to falls.
And several other symptoms. To learn more, click here
The main risk factor is age, because Parkinson’s disease is most commonly found in adults over the age of 50 (although diagnoses can occur in much younger people). Men also have a higher risk of Parkinson’s disease than women.
Parkinson’s disease is caused by a loss of nerve cells in the part of the brain called the substantia nigra, which is responsible for producing a chemical called dopamine. To learn more, click here.
MEET OUR PARTNERS
The Adewunmi Desalu Parkinson’s Foundation has taken major strides in its mission to support those affected by Parkinson’s disease; and is proud to be a part of a larger movement working towards a world without Parkinson’s disease.
