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Parkinson’s – what is the future?
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s is a condition that progressively damages parts of the brain over many years. People with Parkinson’s experience involuntary shaking, slow movement, and muscle inflexibility. An estimated 145,000 people in the UK have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s. […]
Read more10 Early warning signs of Parkinson’s
It can be difficult to tell if you or a loved one has Parkinson’s. Parkinson’s is a neurodegenerative disorder that predominately affects dopamine-producing neurons in a specific area of the brain called the substantia nigra. Symptoms of Parkinson’s generally develop slowly over years. Furthermore, […]
Read moreEverything you need to know about Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder is the second most common age-related neurodegenerative condition after Alzheimer’s disease in the world. An estimated seven to 10 million people worldwide have Parkinson’s disease, and the prevalence of Parkinson’s in the UK alone is one in 500, […]
Read moreHomecare plan for the 5 stages of Parkinson’s disease
In this guide, we’ll look at the five stages of Parkinson’s and how a home care plan can support treatment from your doctor. It is important to note that Parkinson’s will affect each person in a unique way — the stages are a guide […]
Read moreParkinson’s Awareness Week
While there is currently no cure for Parkinson’s, Parkinson’s Awareness Week is an opportunity to raise awareness of people living with the condition. Parkinson’s is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world, affecting everyone differently. Each person living with the condition will have […]
Read moreA guide to Parkinson’s disease
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects the nervous system. It is where parts of the brain becomes progressively damaged over time due to the malfunction of vital nerve cells in the brain. Caring for someone with Parkinson’s […]
Read moreParkinson’s friendly home activities for the family
According to EPDA, some people with Parkinson’s say that their symptoms ease to some extent when they are focused on creative therapies. While Parkinson’s sufferers can often feel frustrated at their inability to keep up with the rest of their families, there are plenty […]
Read moreEarly onset Parkinson’s Disease
What is early-onset Parkinson’s Disease? Early-onset Parkinson’s Disease is when you or a loved one who is 21-50 years old receives a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. It can also be referred to as young-onset Parkinson’s disease. While the symptoms of the disease are mostly […]
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