Parkinson's UK - The support and research charity - (formerly Parkinson's Disease Society)

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Research sheds new light on how genes cause Parkinson's

Research sheds new light on how genes cause Parkinson's

New research reveals how a subtle variation in the LRRK2 gene causes the nerve cells affected in Parkinson's to die. This breakthrough sheds new light on the fundamental causes of Parkinson's.

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Join our team for the Bupa Great South Run

Join our team for the Bupa Great South Run

Take part in Europe's biggest 10 mile running event in October, and raise vital funds for people with Parkinson's. We'll support you all the way through your training and fundraising.

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