Parkinson’s causes changes in walking.  This occurs due to the nervous system not being able to send the messages correctly to the muscles – not the muscles themselves. Therefore, to […]

Parkinson’s Specialist Nurses are highly trained and experienced nurses based in communities of need. They are dedicated to supporting local people living with Parkinson’s. These Nurses are funded 50/50 by […]

The Parkinson’s Community Heroes program launched in April 2021 (Parkinson’s Awareness Month) continues to pay off in publicity and raised community awareness for the 18 Support Groups which participated. The program allowed […]

A study authored by a group of Parkinson’s experts – including neurologist Professor Bastiaan ‘Bas’ Bloem who has a global reputation – says COVID-19 vaccination with approved vaccines should be […]

A simple eye exam combined with powerful artificial intelligence (AI) machine learning technology could provide early detection of Parkinson’s,  according to research conducted at the University of Florida in the […]

Parkinson’s NSW has more than 87 Support Groups, including 17 Carer Support Groups. Of those, 25 Groups are in metropolitan areas and 62 are in regional and rural locations. There are […]

Although there are many options for obtaining respite support for carers to take a break, many are reluctant to do so. Concerns are normal but they need to be balanced […]

Following a search by a professional recruitment consultant, the Parkinson’s NSW Trust has appointed two new, independent Directors. They are Annabel Crookes who is Legal & Risk Director and an […]

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved an under-the-tongue dissolvable medication to quickly reverse ‘off’ time when Parkinson’s symptoms return between medication doses. The medication is called Kynmobi and […]

Falls are a common symptom of Parkinson’s and because everyone has a different journey they can be experienced at various stages of progression. Depending on their severity and direction, falls […]

Each Thursday, people living with Parkinson’s and their carers participate in a specialised online singing program based in Coffs Harbour. Led by Music Therapist Bonnie Nilsson, the Online Parkinson’s Voice Program is […]

On 2 July COTA (Council on The Ageing) will collaborate with Parkinson’s NSW to host a video-chat session featuring a presentation on Navigating the Aged Care System. There will also be […]