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Dario Franceschini announces he has Parkinson's disease

The PD senator reveals his condition in an interview and encourages other patients not to isolate themselves.

31 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Dario Franceschini, a senator of the Democratic Party and former Minister of Culture, has revealed that he has been living with Parkinson's disease since 2020. In an interview with Corriere della Sera, he described the diagnosis as a "terrible blow."

Franceschini shared his experience, emphasizing the importance of not isolating oneself. "The instinct is to hide, but you cannot isolate yourself; you have to continue living," he stated in the conversation.

Additionally, he delivered a message of encouragement to other Parkinson's patients, urging them not to get discouraged and to continue pursuing their daily projects. He said, "It is essential to wake up in the morning with something to achieve."

The former minister also wanted to highlight the need to face this particular phase of life, aiming to convey a positive and resilient message to others who are experiencing the same condition.

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