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World Parkinson Congress comes to the UK in 2010

21 December 2009

2nd World Parkinson CongressThe World Parkinson Congress is coming to the UK in 2010 and this is your chance to get involved.

The Parkinson's Disease Society is one of 5 leading sponsors of the World Parkinson Congress. It is only the second congress of its kind and is open to anyone touched by Parkinson's.

The event, to be held in Glasgow from 28 September to 1 October 2010, will be an international forum for the latest scientific discoveries, medical practices and carers' initiatives related to Parkinson's.

Who can attend?

This is only the second congress of its kind and is open to anyone touched by Parkinson's.

The World Parkinson Congress will showcase the latest developments in the world of Parkinson's and bring together the global Parkinson's community.

Neurologists, scientists, health professionals, carers and people with Parkinson's will gather in one place to share knowledge, exchange resources and develop partnerships to identify the best treatments and to ultimately find a cure for Parkinson's.

What will happen at the Congress?

The congress will feature an extensive programme of presentations, seminars and workshops.

There will be discussions devoted to best treatment options, quality of life and care provision, and the latest scientific research from around the world.

Delegates will learn about helpful therapies, clinical trials, and valuable coping strategies, along with opportunities to discuss workplace and insurance issues, advocacy, and the economics of family care.

Sign up to find out more

Registration will open in January 2010.