Driving research forward during the coronavirus pandemic Date 12 October 2020 A survey of people with Parkinson’s, their carers and loved ones has shown that the majority are still comfortable taking part in research. 548 responses have shaped guidance aimed at researchers. It will help them adapt their studies to ensure the safety and comfort of people with Parkinson's during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Get It On Time petition handed-in across the UK Date 5 October 2020 An update on our Get It On Time campaign
Oxford researchers find molecule that may slow or stop the progress of Parkinson's Date 29 September 2020 Parkinson's UK funded research suggests it may be possible to prevent the formation of protein clumps that cause problems in Parkinson's by using microscopic tweezers that pull apart the proteins. This could pave the way for a therapy that could slow or stop the progression of the condition.
Our campaigning priorities 2020-24 Date 28 September 2020 Sharing the results of the 'What Matters Most?' survey and coronavirus poll that have determined our campaigning priorities for the next four years
$161M worth of Parkinson’s research funding awarded across the globe Date 16 September 2020 The Aligning Sciences Across Parkinson’s (ASAP) initiative has announced the 21 teams to receive grant funding. The ambitious programme aims to accelerate the pace of discovery towards a cure for Parkinson’s.
Our approach to starting in person activities Date 16 September 2020 Our in person events and activities have been on hold since March. We're taking a phased approach to starting them back up.
Trial results show statin drug does not slow Parkinson's Date 14 September 2020 Simvastatin is a drug already used to lower cholesterol, and prevent heart attacks and strokes. Initial results from a major clinical trial show it doesn't have potential to slow the progression of Parkinson's as previously hoped.
Caption Dave Clark, Parkinson's UK's Champion of Walking Dave Clark treks length of Hadrian's Wall for Parkinson's UK Date 10 September 2020 Dave Clark, former Sky Sports presenter and Parkinson's activist, has raised an incredible £37,000 for Parkinson's UK by walking the length of Hadrian's Wall - with donations still coming in.
Talking loneliness in parliament Date 1 September 2020 We recently gave oral evidence to a cross-party group of MPs and Peers interested in reducing loneliness on how good transport, housing and public spaces can help people to feel less isolated.
Caption Researcher, Steve Gentleman, holds up a slide showing brain tissue Precious brain tissue uncovers new insights about the causes of Parkinson’s Date 21 August 2020 Tissue from the Parkinson’s UK Brain Bank has provided vital clues to why brain cells are lost in Parkinson's
