Researchers have identified a biomarker in spinal fluid that can detect Parkinson’s disease in its early stages with over 90% accuracy. Using a patented immuno-infrared sensor (iRS) technology, they measured […]

In her early 50s, Wendy, a dedicated schoolteacher and busy mum, started feeling unusually tired. She lost weight without trying, and a cold she caught on holiday simply wouldn’t go […]

Some Parkinson’s medications can cause excessive daytime sleepiness or sudden onset of sleep.   What causes excessive daytime sleepiness?  Excessive daytime sleepiness is a non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s, but researchers aren’t […]

The Driving Ageing and Health Research Team (DART) has launched a very informative and useful website called Ageing Well on the Road.  DART is led by Professor Kaarin Anstey, Director […]

Benefits of Exercise for Everyone  Potential Ageing Health Issues  Exercise Benefit  High blood pressure  Lower blood pressure  High cholesterol levels  Lower cholesterol levels  Heart disease  Less heart disease  Type 2 […]

On 2 and 3 April – the very start of Parkinson’s Awareness Month – Parkinson’s NSW Support Group Leaders travelled to the Sydney Masonic Centre for the first Leaders Conference […]

People living with Parkinson’s disease now have a new treatment option, thanks to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of groundbreaking new technology.  The therapy, known as adaptive […]

John Carson has been living with Parkinson’s disease for 23 years. He had Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery in 2017.  “The change was immediate,” said John’s wife Glenda. “John’s tremor […]

From handy symptom trackers to interactive singing workouts, here’s three new Parkinson’s applications to help make life easier.  Turnto  Turnto is an innovative, free health app bringing together real-time treatment […]

Take 5 April/May A monthly review of the top five issues raised in calls to the Parkinson’s NSW InfoLine team (call 1800 644 189).     Managing Tremors with High-Intensity Movement […]

Neuro physiotherapist Josefa Domingos gives expert advice on when and how often you should change your Parkinson’s exercise routine.  Parkinson’s can be an unpredictable and ever-changing condition, so getting your […]

If your loved one experiences speech and communication problems as part of their Parkinson’s, there are ways you can support conversations. Here are some useful strategies to reduce frustrations and […]