Campaigns Archives - Parkinson's Life

International Women’s Day: “Everyone benefits from raising awareness”

Eight powerful stories from Parkinson’s disease community

Parkinson’s in the news: February

This month’s Parkinson’s stories from around the globe

3 television shows portraying Parkinson’s disease

Find out how members of the community have responded

A group of scientists in white lab coats.

Call for increased research into drug targets for neurodegenerative conditions

What could this achieve for people with Parkinson’s disease?

Take part in the Crazy Spark Art Challenge!

Learn about the initiative uniting people with Parkinson’s disease

Close up of hands holding a ping pong racket and a ball

Parkinson’s in the news: January

This month’s Parkinson’s stories from around the globe

7 of our favourite Parkinson’s Life stories from 2022

Sharing voices from the global Parkinson’s disease community

Parkinson’s in the news: December

This month’s Parkinson’s stories from around the globe

“It’s so important to be clear about how people can help you”

Ingrid Roesner on speaking up with Parkinson’s disease

The new bralette designed to support women with Parkinson’s disease

How one Spanish group is tackling accessibility in clothing

“We could significantly reduce the probability of diagnostic error”

New findings for people with Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s in the news: November

This month’s Parkinson’s stories from around the globe

Survey: do people with Parkinson’s disease receive enough information about DBS?

Share your feedback with Parkinson’s Europe

closeup of feet stepping onto weight scales

Could weight change impact thinking skills in Parkinson’s disease?

Read about new findings from South Korea

Parkinson’s in the news: October

This month’s Parkinson’s stories from around the globe

Introducing the Parkinson’s Manifesto for Europe

As part of its 30th-anniversary celebrations, Parkinson’s Europe has laun

Have you seen Jeremy Paxman’s new documentary about Parkinson’s disease?

The broadcaster has received praise for sharing his story

Happy woman with flying rainbow color hair. Smiled girl creates a good vibe around her. Smiling female character enjoys her freedom and life. Body positive and health care concept. Vector illustration

“It’s been a really interesting journey of self-acceptance and self-love”

Caitlin Nagy on navigating Parkinson’s disease and body confidence

Mark Mardell in the studio wearing headphones

Mark Mardell on his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis: “I do expect it to get worse”

The former BBC editor has spoken up about the condition

Could climbing help people with Parkinson’s disease reach new heights?

Improved posture may be just one benefit

Parkinson’s in the news: September

This month’s Parkinson’s stories from around the globe

Investigating the science behind exercise and Parkinson’s disease

Could a hormone produced during physical activity protect brain cells?

“When the Parkinson’s disease community rallies together, magical things happen”

The Michael J Fox Foundation to take over annual Unity Walk

Law office lawyers working with hammers and scales with contract documents with legal tiger skins on consultant concept table.

Introducing the “first-ever” legislation devoted solely to ending Parkinson’s disease

Learn about the US National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act

“Getting it right was important” – the new TV drama portraying Parkinson’s disease on-screen

How the team behind ‘The Suspect’ set out to convey the condition

Parkinson’s in the news: August

This month’s Parkinson’s stories from around the globe

Book on a table next to a mug with a river in the background

5 books about Parkinson’s disease to add to your summer reading list

Elevate your to-read pile with our recommendations

Parkinson’s disease symptoms linked to protein deficiency in fruit flies

Scientists in Germany tested the impact of the protein Creld

“Even ‘normal’ drinking comes with a risk”

Moderate alcohol consumption may be linked with Parkinson’s

Combining film and poetry to send a message about Parkinson’s disease

Filmmaker Zack Grant highlights his mother’s experience

Parkinson’s in the news: July

This month’s Parkinson’s stories from around the globe

6 steps to tackle global Parkinson’s disease disparities

The World Health Organisation has outlined areas for improvement

The campaign calling for “proper” Parkinson’s disease care in Ireland

Is there a lack of specialist support?

“I am still a woman”

Are older women with Parkinson’s disease left out of discussions?

a person having their blood pressure taken

Parkinson’s in the news: June

This month’s Parkinson’s disease news stories from around the globe

“Finding information about being a woman with Parkinson’s was challenging”

Kathleen Reardon on diagnosis and being heard by doctors

Do you think Parkinson’s disease has any ‘silver linings’?

A global survey asked for perspectives on life with the condition

Parkinson’s in the news: May

This month’s Parkinson’s stories from around the globe

Screenshot from 'living with Parkinson's disease' featuring man standing behind a woman helping her pour coffee

Watch Parkinson’s disease symptoms interpreted as a modern dance

A video from France Parkinson explores the condition’s challenges

A patient and health care professional sit together.

“Researchers should regard patient participation as vital”

Addressing inclusivity in Parkinson’s disease studies

A filmmaker’s “love letter” to Hollywood star Valerie Perrine

Stacey Souther shares what inspired his short documentary

Close-up human eye, lens, cornea and brown iris.

Parkinson’s in the news: April

This month’s Parkinson’s stories from around the globe

Athletes at the sprint start line in track and field

“We never stop” – launching Parkinson Games

A global sporting event for Parkinson’s disease community

One symbol, one voice: ramping up the voltage on World Parkinson’s Day

Take part in a global Parkinson’s disease initiative

Parkinson’s in the news: March

This month’s Parkinson’s disease stories from around the globe

Navigating the workplace with Parkinson’s disease

Perspectives on managing a career and the condition

Two llamas standing against a rocky landscape.

Could llamas support the search for new Parkinson’s disease treatments?

Explore new research led by scientists in Belgium

Lysette Anthony: “It’s such a relief not to have to hide it anymore”

The UK actor has revealed she is living with Parkinson’s disease

Brain with virus, ghost light effect, x-ray hologram. 3D rendering on dark blue background

Covid-19 and Parkinson’s disease: a lasting impact?

Exploring the link between pandemics, viruses and the condition

Parkinson’s in the news: February

This month’s Parkinson’s disease stories from around the globe

Positive woman video calling using laptop. Businesswoman teleconferencing on laptop while working from home.

Parkinson’s in the news: January

This month’s Parkinson’s disease stories from around the globe

Captured on film: a brief look into life with Parkinson’s disease

How filmmakers have animated some of the condition’s challenges

“The voices of women living with Parkinson’s disease must be amplified”

Are women’s experiences of the condition being neglected?

10 of our favourite Parkinson’s Life stories from 2021

What has been your favourite article about Parkinson’s disease?

Closeup side portrait of white elderly woman eyes

Parkinson’s in the news: December

This month’s Parkinson’s disease stories from around the globe

Neuro Heroes instructor conducting a physiotherapy class

Are you ready to stand up to Parkinson’s disease?

Get involved in a new awareness challenge

What if Father Christmas had Parkinson’s disease?

Paul Mayhew-Archer pens a new festive poem

Six books about Parkinson’s disease to gift this year

Looking for reading inspiration this Christmas?

A composite image of people taking selfies.

Selfies: a new way to diagnose Parkinson’s disease?

How computer vision software could help detect symptoms

A clinician and patient discuss medication.

Parkinson’s in the news: November

This month’s Parkinson’s disease stories from around the globe

A screenshot of many people singing together virtually on screen.

“It’s a positive and uplifting event during uncertain times”

How a virtual concert is supporting Parkinson’s disease speech therapy

Parkinson’s in the news: October

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease stories from around the globe

A person paints at a table filled with art supplies.

Could you inspire a logo for World Parkinson’s Day?

A design for Parkinson’s disease community

‘In my shoes’ – a step forward for women with Parkinson’s disease

A social media campaign sharing stories of empowerment

Jeremy Paxman smiles for a photo sitting in front of a tree.

Jeremy Paxman: “I refuse to be beaten” by Parkinson’s disease

The broadcaster discusses what life has been like since diagnosis

Parkinson’s in the news: September

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease stories from around the globe

Michael J Fox: let’s forge an “attack” on conditions like Parkinson’s disease

The movie star highlights what we could learn from Covid-19

“We can never have enough people helping people with Parkinson’s”

Meet Parkinson’s disease organisations from around the world

Neurologists should ‘speak up’ about Covid vaccines for people with Parkinson’s, says study

Breaking barriers to vaccination in Parkinson’s disease community

A closeup of a farmer's hands harvesting a crop.

Environmental Protection Agency bans pesticide linked to Parkinson’s disease

The US organisation has prohibited the use of chlorpyrifos

A clinician examines the inside of a woman's mouth.

Parkinson’s in the news: August

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease stories from around the globe

An action shot of Jense Greve playing table tennis.

“We want the feeling of togetherness to take centre stage”

An exciting table tennis event for Parkinson’s disease community

Old woman shopping online using a credit card and a smartphone at home

Parkinson’s in the news: July

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease stories from around the globe

Survey: would you take part in a Parkinson’s disease ‘Olympics’?

Give your feedback in a new survey from Parkinson's Europe

“I wanted to say, ‘This is who I am now'”

Inspiration on living with Parkinson’s disease from six famous figures

“It’s essential to create a workplace where chronic illness is not taboo”

Cathy Molohan on the “balancing act” of work and Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s in the news: June

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease news stories from around the globe

7 famous athletes in Parkinson’s disease community

How much do you know about these sports stars?

Jeremy Paxman confirms he is living with Parkinson’s disease

The UK broadcaster says he is receiving “excellent” treatment

“We do ourselves an injustice by just suffering through it”

Richelle Flanagan on connecting with Parkinson’s disease community

A clinician stands with a clipboard in front of people wearing Covid-19 masks.

Parkinson’s in the news: May

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease news stories from around the globe

Parkinson’s in the news: April

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease news stories from around the globe

An illustration of a woman looking in a mirror.

“Parkinson’s disease feels like an ally of sexism”

On diagnosis, identity and learning to say ‘me first’

Share what you know about treatments for late-stage Parkinson’s disease

Take part in a survey from Parkinson's Europe and Britannia Pharmaceuticals

Putting Parkinson’s in the Picture

The new campaign uncovering the hidden aspects of Parkinson’s disease

One of golf players putting ball on tee while the other one standing on background

Parkinson’s in the news: March

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease news stories from around the globe

7 famous women with Parkinson’s

Can you name a well-known woman with Parkinson’s disease?

A young woman touches an older man's shoulder as he looks back at her

Why we need to talk about death and Parkinson’s

Webinar panellists share their thoughts on a difficult topic

“Look at us – we are here”

To mark International Women’s Day, we share our campaign highlights

A Parkinson's Unity Walk sign is held up by someone off-frame

Take part in a virtual Parkinson’s Unity Walk

From a wellness centre to a live mosaic, find out what’s in store

Parkinson’s in the news: February

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease news stories from around the globe

An illustration of a woman on her laptop, with bubbles of people floating above it

“Helping women with Parkinson’s know they are not alone”

Francisca Ruiz González on making women with Parkinson’s visible

A male patient consults a clinician in a doctor's office

€1.5m investment for AI solution helping “personalise” Parkinson’s treatment

Find out how Orbit Health is optimising patient care

Take part in a survey to help improve DBS technology

The survey is available in four countries

Parkinson’s in the news: January

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease news stories from around the globe

TV legend Des O’Connor privately lived with Parkinson’s disease

The late UK entertainer faced diagnosis with an “upbeat” attitude

Sir Billy Connolly’s ‘final performance’ brings fans to tears

The Scottish comedian and fans reflect on his monumental career

Parkinson’s in the news: December

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease news stories from around the globe

Multi-tile image of Parkinson's Life readers

7 of our favourite stories from 2020

We share some of our top stories from a challenging year

“Many patients still receive Parkinson’s diagnosis late”

We hear from the president of Društvo Trepetlika

5 Christmas gifts for people with Parkinson’s

Our readers recommend the perfect presents this Christmas

Veronica Clark, president of Parkinson's Europe

“The world needs to know about Parkinson’s”

Meet the president of Parkinson's Europe

Man running on treadmill in medical setting.

Parkinson’s in the news: November

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease news stories from around the globe

Michael J Fox opens up about living with Parkinson’s disease

The ‘Back to the Future’ star discusses his latest book

Championing sport in Parkinson’s community

How Sport Parkinson’s is revolutionising access to exercise

Parkinson’s in the news: October

This month’s top Parkinson’s disease news stories from around the globe

Harry Styles' mum wing walks for Parkinson's

Harry Styles’ mum Anne Twist wing walks for Parkinson’s

The campaign has raised over £10,000 for Parkinson’s disease so far

Take part in a survey on Parkinson’s disease and drooling

The survey is available in English, French, German and Spanish

Innovative treatment for late stage Parkinson’s disease could be launched in Europe

The therapy has been acquired by pharmaceutical company STADA

Parkinson’s and work: “We feel like we have to go above and beyond just to keep up”

Four insights from a recent Davis Phinney Foundation webinar

Parkinson’s in the news: September

This month’s top Parkinson’s news stories from around the globe

Fighting the stigma around Parkinson’s in Spain

We talk to the director of the Spanish Parkinson’s Federation

Parkinson’s campaigners cycle across Germany

The bike tour raising awareness of Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s in the news: August

This month’s top Parkinson’s news stories from around the globe

Dave Clark marches for a Parkinson’s cure

The former sports commentator’s latest fundraiser for Parkinson’s

“People are not getting the same care”: health disparities and Parkinson’s

Three takeaways from the Davis Phinney Foundation webinar

Cure3: making art for Parkinson’s research

Hear from the artists and designers raising money for Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s in the news: July

This month’s top Parkinson’s news stories from around the globe

World Brain Day 2020: “join our bandwagon to end Parkinson’s”

From the high cost of medication to a delay in Parkinson’s treatment due

No Escape Room: a Parkinson’s campaign like no other

The escape room simulates common Parkinson’s symptoms

Physiotherapist Josefa Domingos leads an exercise class

Awareness-raising Parkinson’s initiatives awarded €3,000 grants

Find out what the awardees hope they achieve

“You’re superhuman up there”: Parkinson’s in space

Ex-astronaut Rich Clifford on why he decided to reveal his diagnosis

Cure Parkinson's Trust cyclists outdoors

Parkinson’s in the news: June

We round up the top Parkinson’s news stories from around the globe

Safety first: new guide offers advice on using herbal drugs to treat Parkinson’s

All the things you should consider before trying a plant-based drug

US actor Alan Alda at the Australian National University

Alan Alda: Parkinson’s is “not the end of the world”

The US actor shares his experience of diagnosis

Parkinson’s in the news: May

A roundup of Parkinson’s news stories in May

Broadcasting legend David ‘Kid’ Jensen told to not “tell anybody” about Parkinson’s

The DJ discusses his Parkinson’s diagnosis

“Life isn’t easy”: how coronavirus is affecting women with Parkinson’s

Four women with Parkinson’s share their experience of lockdown

Parkinson’s in the news: April

A roundup of Parkinson’s news stories in April

How the world is celebrating Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Despite Covid-19, people around the world are finding ways to raise awarene

Parkinson’s and the pandemic: your hopes and fears this World Parkinson’s Day

Find out how coronavirus has affected the global Parkinson’s community

Dave Clark: “I’ve decided to donate my brain to Parkinson’s UK Brain Bank”

Sports commentator Dave Clark announces plans to donate his brain to the wo

Coronavirus and Parkinson’s: experts answer the big questions

5 key takeaways from a webinar by US charity Parkinson’s Foundation

Parkinson’s in the news: March

A roundup of Parkinson’s news stories in March

“When coronavirus broke out in Europe, Italy was the hardest hit nation”

We talk to the founder of the European Parkinson Therapy Centre in Italy

Coronavirus and Parkinson’s: what you need to know

How the Covid-19 pandemic is affecting people with Parkinson’s

Sir Billy Connolly “finished with stand-up” due to his Parkinson’s

The Scottish comedian says he will not let his condition define him

‘No Time Like the Future’: Michael J Fox announces new book

The fourth book by the US actor and Parkinson’s campaigner

6 works of art shedding light on Parkinson’s

How are artists around the world portraying Parkinson’s?

Parkinson’s in the news: February

A roundup of Parkinson’s news stories in February

The women blazing the trail in Parkinson’s tech and innovation

Have you heard about these Parkinson’s technology inventions?

Three Parkinson’s books to watch out for in 2020

We handpick the most anticipated Parkinson’s reads this year

Parkinson’s in the news: January

A roundup of Parkinson’s news stories in January

“Incompetence, racism and prejudice delayed my diagnosis”

Manon Day on being a young black woman with Parkinson’s

Ozzy Osbourne: “I’ve owned up to the fact that I have Parkinson’s”

The Black Sabbath singer thanks his fans for their support

Five years of Parkinson’s campaigning

Parkinson’s Life sends its 250th newsletter

7 New Year’s resolutions from Parkinson’s community

Our readers share their goals for 2020

Parkinson’s in the news: December

A roundup of Parkinson’s news stories in December

7 of our favourite stories from 2019

We share our top stories of 2019

Paul Mayhew-Archer pens new BBC drama about Parkinson’s

The UK comedy legend writes a Parkinson’s love story

“Recognising gender difference is essential for Parkinson’s research”

The research gap, revealed by neurologist Marina Picillo

“We need to be having more conversations about menopause”

One woman’s story about the approach of menopause

Researcher holding a wearable communication device

Parkinson’s in the news: November

A roundup of Parkinson’s news stories in November

Women and Parkinson’s: menstruation, medication and motherhood

Our podcast shines a light on how women experience the condition

Women and Parkinson’s: “Being pregnant was scary”

One woman’s poignant account of pregnancy and Parkinson’s

Women and Parkinson’s: “My medication only works three weeks out of four”

An honest account of menstruation, medication and symptoms

“We are not just variants of men”

Our new campaign centres the experiences of women with Parkinson’s

Watch: “Gotta Keep Moving”

A new documentary follows social worker Margie Alley after her diagnosis

The cast and crew of the film 'STAGES' stand aside the film poster

STAGES: “an honest and human portrayal of Parkinson’s”

We hear what the cast and crew learnt about the condition

Parkinson’s in the news: October

A roundup of Parkinson’s news stories in October

Sir Billy Connolly: stop calling Parkinson’s ‘incurable’

The Scottish comedian calls for more positive Parkinson's language

The Barbados Parkinson’s Trust and Support Group

Parkinson’s in Barbados is “overshadowed by other conditions”

We talk to the founder of Barbados’ only Parkinson’s support group

Putting World Parkinson’s Day on the map

How does the impact of DBS vary across Parkinson’s disease subtypes?

International Women’s Day: “Everyone benefits from raising awareness”

Global update

Global update

Women and Parkinson's

Putting World Parkinson’s Day on the map

How does the impact of DBS vary across Parkinson’s disease subtypes?

International Women’s Day: “Everyone benefits from raising awareness”

Parkinson’s in the news: February

3 television shows portraying Parkinson’s disease

Call for increased research into drug targets for neurodegenerative conditions

Take part in the Crazy Spark Art Challenge!

Parkinson’s in the news: January

7 of our favourite Parkinson’s Life stories from 2022

Parkinson’s in the news: December

“It’s so important to be clear about how people can help you”

The new bralette designed to support women with Parkinson’s disease

“We could significantly reduce the probability of diagnostic error”

Parkinson’s in the news: November

Survey: do people with Parkinson’s disease receive enough information about DBS?

Could weight change impact thinking skills in Parkinson’s disease?

Parkinson’s in the news: October

Introducing the Parkinson’s Manifesto for Europe

Have you seen Jeremy Paxman’s new documentary about Parkinson’s disease?

“It’s been a really interesting journey of self-acceptance and self-love”

Mark Mardell on his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis: “I do expect it to get worse”

Could climbing help people with Parkinson’s disease reach new heights?

Parkinson’s in the news: September

Investigating the science behind exercise and Parkinson’s disease

“When the Parkinson’s disease community rallies together, magical things happen”

Introducing the “first-ever” legislation devoted solely to ending Parkinson’s disease

“Getting it right was important” – the new TV drama portraying Parkinson’s disease on-screen

Parkinson’s in the news: August

5 books about Parkinson’s disease to add to your summer reading list

Parkinson’s disease symptoms linked to protein deficiency in fruit flies

“Even ‘normal’ drinking comes with a risk”

Combining film and poetry to send a message about Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s in the news: July

6 steps to tackle global Parkinson’s disease disparities

The campaign calling for “proper” Parkinson’s disease care in Ireland

“I am still a woman”

Parkinson’s in the news: June

“Finding information about being a woman with Parkinson’s was challenging”

Do you think Parkinson’s disease has any ‘silver linings’?

Parkinson’s in the news: May

Watch Parkinson’s disease symptoms interpreted as a modern dance

“Researchers should regard patient participation as vital”

A filmmaker’s “love letter” to Hollywood star Valerie Perrine

Parkinson’s in the news: April

“We never stop” – launching Parkinson Games

One symbol, one voice: ramping up the voltage on World Parkinson’s Day

Parkinson’s in the news: March

Navigating the workplace with Parkinson’s disease

Could llamas support the search for new Parkinson’s disease treatments?

Lysette Anthony: “It’s such a relief not to have to hide it anymore”

Covid-19 and Parkinson’s disease: a lasting impact?

Parkinson’s in the news: February

Parkinson’s in the news: January

Captured on film: a brief look into life with Parkinson’s disease

“The voices of women living with Parkinson’s disease must be amplified”

10 of our favourite Parkinson’s Life stories from 2021

Parkinson’s in the news: December

Are you ready to stand up to Parkinson’s disease?

What if Father Christmas had Parkinson’s disease?

Six books about Parkinson’s disease to gift this year

Selfies: a new way to diagnose Parkinson’s disease?

Parkinson’s in the news: November

“It’s a positive and uplifting event during uncertain times”

Parkinson’s in the news: October

Could you inspire a logo for World Parkinson’s Day?

‘In my shoes’ – a step forward for women with Parkinson’s disease

Jeremy Paxman: “I refuse to be beaten” by Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s in the news: September

Michael J Fox: let’s forge an “attack” on conditions like Parkinson’s disease

“We can never have enough people helping people with Parkinson’s”

Neurologists should ‘speak up’ about Covid vaccines for people with Parkinson’s, says study