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Best exercises for Parkinson’s

All exercise is beneficial and different styles, variety and intensity offer different benefits.  However, multiple studies have shown that intense exercise can delay the progress of Parkinson’s. Intensity creates a […]

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Advocacy organisations

Useful advocacy organisations Australian Government Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission The role of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (Commission) is to protect and enhance the safety, health, […]

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Partnering through Parkinson’s – Evelyn and Terry

The story of Evelyn and Terry Shinn Evelyn and Terry Shinn met 57 years ago when Evelyn, then just 17, returned to live in Trundle, New South Wales, with her […]

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Support at Christmas

Last year, my husband Stephen was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. It was a terrible shock. It’s taken time for us both to come to terms with his condition, understanding the changes […]

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A beacon of hope

Stephen’s symptoms had been happening for a while, with no obvious cause. A frozen shoulder. Aches and pains. A sudden loss of his sense of smell. Urinary problems. A ringing […]

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The Great Parkinson’s Tea Party brews success

Great Parkinson’s Tea Party brews success raising more than $19,000 The inaugural Great Parkinson’s Tea Party fundraising campaign ran throughout October and really captured the imaginations of generous party hosts […]

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Tips for a successful partnership with your exercise specialist

Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology and/or Personal Training are effective for many acute and chronic conditions.  However, all need the practitioner and patient to work together for maximum benefits. Here are five […]

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Gut bacteria may be cause of Parkinson’s

Scientists say they have discovered what causes Parkinson’s Researchers at the University of Helsinki have demonstrated that certain strains of Desulfovibrio bacteria are the likely cause of Parkinson’s disease in […]

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Tips on travelling

Many of us travel over the Christmas/New Year season. For people living with Parkinson’s the prospect of travelling can be daunting enough to stop them from catching up with family […]

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Combating loneliness at Christmas

Many people don’t feel like celebrating over the Festive Season, particularly if they’re spending it alone.  In 2018 Red Cross conducted a survey that found approximately one in three people […]

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Support Group Round-up October

By Stacey Foster, Support Group Coordinator Anytime I can visit with a Support Group or SGL either online or in person, I am happy! Thank you for having me, I […]

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Graham and his assistance dog Archer

My [Parkinson's] Life Update: Graham Saxby and his assistance dog Archer Just over three years ago Graham Saxby shared his life story with the Parkinson’s NSW team. His story included […]

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