A few years ago, Stephen Gee noticed that he was having more trouble with the physical aspects of his work as a refrigeration mechanic in Sydney.   “I had to […]

'Cognitive' is a term used in psychology to describe anything related to thinking, learning, and understanding. So when we talk about cognitive skills or processes, it refers to different aspects […]

There are many ways to help someone experiencing a panic attack, but the most important things are to remain calm and help in the ways that they ask for. A […]

Pushparatnam received a Parkinson’s diagnosis in 2013 at age 38. With a background in mobile technology, he wanted to develop an app that would help other patients manage their symptoms […]

Please refer to this page frequently for new topics and session dates with links to join. Important information about the online sessions: Please log in to the meeting 5-10 minutes […]

Loneliness can leave many feeling desolate, but new research now suggests it may also leave people vulnerable to Parkinson’s disease.  Among more than 490,000 people listed in the UK Biobank […]

A diet rich in legumes – a food group including beans, soybeans, and lentils – was associated with a lower probability of Parkinson’s symptoms starting to appear in adults under […]

Parkinson’s disease is notoriously difficult to diagnose as it relies primarily on the appearance of motor symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and slowness, but these symptoms often appear several years […]

At 69, Hoyt “Corky” Ball knew something was wrong when his right hand began to tremble uncontrollably. His primary doctor ruled out Parkinson’s, but the prescribed medication failed to alleviate […]

The holiday season often brings intense emotions, from joy and excitement to stress and exhaustion. When the holidays end, it’s common to experience low mood.  The need for self-care does […]

Frank Feltracco, now 77, arrived in Griffith from Italy with his family as a three-year-old, while his wife, Louisa, 73, was born in the town. Frank and Louisa married in […]

Support Group Roundup By Stacey Foster, Support Group Coordinator Photo above: Smiles all round when Kempsey Support Group welcomed a visit from Mirelle Brockett from Parkinson’s NSW on 7.11.24 . […]