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What is the average age of death for someone with Parkinson's disease?

Parkinson's disease itself is not considered fatal, with many individuals now experiencing a life expectancy close to that of the general population due to advances in treatment. However, complications arising from the progressive nature of the condition can impact overall mortality. A recent study found the mean age of death for patients with Parkinson's disease was 78.0, with an average disease duration of 15.6 years.