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activities.
Results published today from a small clinical trial show that exenatide – a drug commonly used to treat diabetes, may have real promise in helping to slow down Parkinson's in some people.
Today is the launch of International Clinical Trials Day – a new drive to encourage people to take part in up and coming research projects. We're backing a new campaign called 'It's OK to ask about clinical research'.
A doctor who carried out work capability assessments for disability benefits has told BBC News that he believes they're unfair and that people worst affected include those with Parkinson's.
Join us in 1 of our 5 Pedal for Parkinson's cycling events across the UK this summer. Help raise vital funds for our Parkinson's nurses.
US scientists have successfully produced the first cloned human embryos which could be an important step towards stem cell treatments for Parkinson's.
A new research study published in the Annals of Neurology journal suggests that people who eat peppers may have a reduced risk of Parkinson's.
750 of our fundraisers donned their trainers yesterday to Run Highclere for us. We want to say thanks and congratulations to everyone who took part.
Despite recent press articles, there's currently no evidence to suggest that exposure to the weedkiller Roundup is linked to an increased risk of Parkinson's or other serious health problems.
Another busy week in the world of Parkinson's research - we've news to share on our progress towards gene therapy treatments, as well as some positive results from trials of a new form of inhalable levodopa.
You can still see the episode of 'Keeping Britain Alive' on BBC iPlayer, which showed Rose, who has Parkinson's, having deep brain stimulation surgery.