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Parkinson’s Nurse Vince Carroll Awarded University Medal for Research
Clinical Nurse Consultant Vince Carroll – the Parkinson’s Specialist Nurse co-funded by Parkinson’s NSW in the Mid North Coast Local Health District – has been awarded a Higher Degree by […]
Read MoreNeuRA Researchers have Work Recognised with New Grants
Congratulations to Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) researchers Professor Glenda Halliday and Dr Emma Devenney who have both been recognised with grants in the latest round of National Health and Medical […]
Read MoreBe Active to Beat the Winter Blues
Winter is here but don’t let the cold stop you from being active – particularly if you exercise outside. Outdoor exercise in winter is excellent for both your physical health […]
Read MoreAre Parkinson’s NSW and Parkinson’s Australia related?
There is often confusion between Parkinson’s NSW and Parkinson’s Australia. However, the two organisations are completely separate and unrelated, with very different roles. Parkinson’s Australia is an advocacy body, reaching […]
Read MoreBladder, bowel and Parkinson’s
Constipation and Parkinson's Constipation is the infrequent passage of hard, dry bowel motions which are difficult to pass. It is a common problem in Parkinson’s and can also predate the […]
Read MoreMeet our team member – Melanie Browning
Melanie Browning has been appointed to the new role of Client Service Team Leader for Parkinson’s NSW. Melanie is highly experienced, having been with Parkinson’s NSW for more than nine […]
Read MoreMeet our team member – Margaret Howard
Margaret Howard is one of our team members staffing the Parkinson’s NSW InfoLine (a free call to 1800 644 189). She graduated from The University of Sydney in 1988 with […]
Read MoreExercise needs to be fun
The process of getting fit doesn’t have to be feared; it only requires you to be consistent. It also doesn’t need to be vigorous or done for long periods to […]
Read MoreA good diet can help with anxiety
A good diet can help with anxiety and panic disorders People with Parkinson’s can often experience non-motor symptoms such as anxiety and panic disorders. Anxiety is a condition that causes […]
Read MoreFunding announced for Australia’s first national Parkinson’s action plan
Parkinson's NSW and the National Parkinson’s Alliance welcomes the Federal Government’s announcement of $800,000 in funding over two years to develop and implement Australia’s first National Parkinson’s Action Plan. […]
Read MoreTips on eating out with Parkinson’s
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 which […]
Read MoreComing to terms with Parkinson’s progression
Parkinson’s is a chronic progressive neurological condition. The symptoms are caused by the loss of dopamine producing cells in the brain. Dopamine affects memory, mood, and movement. Even though there […]
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