Why is it important to raise awareness of Parkinson's?

Why is it important to raise awareness of Parkinson's?

Answer: So that pwp dont become invisible (like me and Benji on this thread)

I have put the card I have Parkinson's in my  purse where most folk put a photo, if customers behind me at supermarket check outs start tutting because I am slow,  I open my purse so the card can be seen. Then attitudes change pity I have to do this, but thankfully it rarely happens.