GMTV's John Stapleton supports the World Parkinson Congress

26 July 2010

GMTV presenter John Stapleton has lent his support to the World Parkinson Congress 2010 (WPC), which is coming to the UK for the first time later this year.

John has issued a statement urging people connected to Parkinson's to go to the conference, which is aimed at everyone from healthcare professionals and scientists to those living with the condition and their carers.

John, whose mother had Parkinson's, said:

"It's really exciting to know that the Congress will bring together scientists and healthcare professionals and make Parkinson’s a priority issue around the world.

"A breakthrough that just makes the condition easier to live with would make a huge difference to all those who have it and all those who care about them.

"I urge anyone connected to or interested in Parkinson’s to go to the World Parkinson Congress and be part of the movement for change.”

About the World Parkinson Congress

The World Parkinson Congress will take place from 28 September to 1 October 2010 in Glasgow.

The 4-day congress will cover the latest scientific research from around the world.

Delegates will be able to learn about all aspects of life with Parkinson’s, including treatments, alternatives to drugs, neuroprotection and gene therapy.

We are a key partner of the World Parkinson Congress. Other partners include the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation and the Michael J. Fox Foundation in the US.

Steve Ford, our Chief Executive, comments:

"It's really exciting to be involved in the WPC and we’re really grateful to John Stapleton for his support.

"The WPC will showcase the latest developments in the world of Parkinson’s and will bring together the global Parkinson’s community to work towards finding a cure."

Book your place

Registration for the World Parkinson Congress is open now.

We have a special delegate rate of £75 available for Parkinson's UK members.

Visit our World Parkinson Congress page for more information.

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