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Parkinson’s most unexpected positives

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 […]

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Cough medicine could be used to treat Parkinson’s

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 […]

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Exercise and mental health

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, […]

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Are older women overlooked

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 […]

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Hallucinations in Parkinson’s

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 […]

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Postural instability in Parkinson’s

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 […]

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Martin Pryor and the tales of his dog, Bungee

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 […]

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Meet our Team Member – Robyn McKern

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 […]

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Five podcasts for people living with Parkinson’s

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 […]

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Actively Ageing & Lifestyle Expo held in Temora

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 […]

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How to choose the best nutrient-rich foods for Parkinson’s

Why is nutrient-rich food important to people living with Parkinson’s? Because no matter how perfect your medication regime, no matter how much, how often, and how hard you exercise, you […]

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Women with Parkinson’s and their stories

Learning to live with PD is like trying to tame a beast. It has its ups and downs and is constantly changing Emma grew up on the Central Coast of […]

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