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Coffee & cannabis for Parkinsons update

30% of People use Coffee and Cannabis for Parkinson’s, Study Finds

A new study in the Journal of Parkinson’s Disease reports that over a third of people use natural health aids like coffee and cannabis for Parkinson’s – but less than […]

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Bone Health and Parkinson’s

People with Parkinson’s have a higher risk of fracturing a bone than the general population, so it’s especially important to look after your bone health. Key points: • Bone health […]

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Intensive Advocacy to the NSW Government

  Mary Kay Walker, the CEO of Parkinson’s NSW, has had a very busy couple of months conducting an intensive advocacy campaign aiming to reach as many NSW Government decision-makers […]

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Are older women with Parkinson’s overlooked?

UK resident Pam Archer was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at the age of 74. As a former nurse whose sister lives with the condition, she said she already had some understanding […]

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The Value of Exercise Progression and Regression

The value of exercise progression and regression   There is no single ‘best’ exercise for individuals living with Parkinson’s because different exercises target the unique combination of symptoms each person […]

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Ten Self Care Strategies

Stress affects nearly everyone at some point and over time. It can lead to serious health issues like heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Practicing self-care regularly can help […]

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Tips on Eating Out

Eating out should be an enjoyable activity.  However, for those living with Parkinson’s unexpected challenges can diminish the enjoyment and discourage many from eating out.   Following are some tips […]

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Support Group Round-up February 2025

Support Group Roundup By Stacey Foster, Support Group Coordinator Happy New Year everyone! This year is already gearing up to be a big one. There are several Support Group visits […]

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Participate in the Natural History of Parkinson’s Disease Study

Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) is conducting a Natural History of Parkinson’s Disease study. There is an opportunity for 100 people living with Parkinson’s and 50 individuals without Parkinson’s (who would […]

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Do you need an MLAK key?

The MLAK (Master Locksmiths Access Key) is a universal lock and key system that allows people with a disability access to public facilities 24 hours a day, seven days a […]

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In the Spotlight: Northern Rivers Support Group

The area served by the Northern Rivers Parkinson’s Support Group extends from Ocean Shores to Wollongbar. The Group meets in the township of Alstonville. The Group Leader for the past […]

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Exercise Not One Size Fits All

Exercise: One Size Can’t Fit All

There is a large amount of research happening around the benefits of exercise for people with Parkinson’s.  Most people want an easy answer.  Unfortunately, there isn’t one. Below is a […]

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28th April 2025
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Useful Resources on Driving Safely as we Age

The Driving Ageing and Health Research Team (DART) has launched a very informative and useful website called Ageing Well on the Road.  DART is led by Professor Kaarin Anstey, Director […]
23rd April 2025
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Why Exercise is so Important for People Living with Parkinson’s