"It hit me like a lead balloon," remembers Dean. Dean was out for a run on New Years’ Day 2013 when he noticed his right hand was trembling. He hoped […]

Pitch in for Parkinson‘s asks people to commit to a physical challenge to fundraise for Parkinson’s NSW. Most people do things like upping their daily steps, running each day or […]

This disease has taken so much from me, but I’m grateful for the unexpected positives by a former deputy premier It is almost 15 years since I was diagnosed with […]

Ambroxol is a drug which is currently used to treat respiratory conditions. It promotes the clearance of mucus, eases coughing and has anti-inflammatory properties. Pre-clinical studies, led By Professor Anthony […]

We know that regular exercise has measurable benefits for our body’s health, but an often-overlooked benefit is the impact exercise has on our mental health. Recently the prevalence of anxiety, […]

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 […]

How hallucinations affect people living with Parkinson’s Around 50% of people with Parkinson’s disease will experience hallucinations. But what are they and what causes them? Professor Per Odin – a […]

Parkinson's is a complex neurological condition that affects more than 220,000 people in Australia. One of the most common symptoms of Parkinson's is postural instability, which can cause balance problems […]

Writing a children’s book about a dog named Bungee – in fact, a series of books about this dog – was never on Martin Pryor’s to-do list. “It was an […]

Robyn McKern joined Parkinson’s NSW as an NDIS Advocate early in 2023. The role of an Advocate is to help Parkinson’s NSW clients navigate the often complex processes required to […]

Whether you’re looking for a beginner’s guide to Parkinson’s or expert insights on a range of symptoms, find out what these five podcasts recommended by Parkinson’s Life have to offer […]

Temora Parkinson’s Support Group participated in the town’s Actively Ageing & Lifestyle Expo with an information stall in February. There were approximately 30 stalls at the event – all sharing […]