Parry, aged 80. Had DBS surgery in July 2014. I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2009. My Parkinson’s was becoming a social embarrassment. I had a fairly mild tremor, but […]

By Roisin McCormack Though progression can be expected to be different for each individual, Parkinson’s does follow a broad pattern and can be divided into five typical stages – known […]

“Chronic neurological diseases are the leading source of disability globally. Yet, our healthcare systems are not designed to meet the needs of the many chronic neurological patients,” say Dr Bastiaan Bloem and […]

Good nutrition is vital for a healthy life, but it is even more important for people living with Parkinson’s. While there is no one Parkinson’s-specific diet plan, it is important […]

The Parkinson’s InfoLine is staffed by Parkinson’s Registered Nurses who have more than 70 years of experience between them. One such Nurse is Cathy Melton who recently joined a Zoom […]

Although there isn’t yet sufficient evidence to draw conclusions, it is possible that people who survive Coronavirus (COVID-19) may be at increased risk of Parkinson’s, researchers from Brazil argued in […]

If you are caring for a loved one who is living with Parkinson’s, then the Carers NSW web site is well worth a visit. Among other goals, Carers NSW aims […]

On 23 September 2020, the ABC published a story online titled Experts warn coronavirus may cause ‘wave’ of neurological conditions including Parkinson’s disease about Australian research into the potential of […]

The physical symptoms of Parkinson’s can sometimes cause sleep disturbances and prevent adequate rest. The restorative effects of sleep can improve health and help people living with Parkinson’s better manage […]

Self-advocacy is about speaking up in support of your rights and the rights of the person you care for. It is about negotiating to make sure you get the support […]

SO, YOU’RE A CARER AND YOU DON’T HAVE TIME TO EXERCISE… Many carers find it difficult to find time to exercise. However, you need to be fit and healthy to […]

To celebrate carers and recognise the significant contribution they make each and every day, Carers NSW is hosting a range of online wellbeing workshops and webinars during National Carers Week […]