What is known, however, is that the average age at onset is 60 and it is estimated that over five million people are living with Parkinsonâs worldwide. How Long can You Live with Parkinsonâs Disease? Life expectancy for an individual with Parkinsonâs Disease depends on several factors. The first is gender.
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