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“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

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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?

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Parkinson’s in the news: June

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

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

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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 The Parkinson Games

A global sporting event for the 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

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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

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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?

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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 the 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 the 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 the 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 the EPDA

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

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

Parkinson’s in the news: June

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

7 famous athletes in the 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

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

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

Take part in a survey from the EPDA and Britannia Pharmaceuticals

Putting Parkinson’s in the Picture

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

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Parkinson’s in the news: March

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

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

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

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

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7 of our favourite stories from 2020

We share some of our top stories from a challenging year

5 Christmas gifts for people with Parkinson’s

Our readers recommend the perfect presents this Christmas

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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 the 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

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

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

“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

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 the 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 the Parkinson’s news stories in March

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

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

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 the 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

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Parkinson’s in the news: November

A roundup of Parkinson’s news stories in November

Watch: “Gotta Keep Moving”

A new documentary follows social worker Margie Alley after her diagnosis

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

“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

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“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

Parkinson’s in the news: June

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 The 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

Environmental Protection Agency bans pesticide linked to Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s in the news: August

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

Parkinson’s in the news: July

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

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

Parkinson’s in the news: June

7 famous athletes in the Parkinson’s disease community

Jeremy Paxman confirms he is living with Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s in the news: May

Parkinson’s in the news: April

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

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Putting Parkinson’s in the Picture

Parkinson’s in the news: March

Why we need to talk about death and Parkinson’s

Take part in a virtual Parkinson’s Unity Walk

Parkinson’s in the news: February

Parkinson’s in the news: January

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

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

Parkinson’s in the news: December

7 of our favourite stories from 2020

5 Christmas gifts for people with Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s in the news: November

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

Championing sport in the Parkinson’s community