What the 2021 autumn budget means for people with Parkinson’s Date 28 October 2021 Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivered the autumn budget on 27 October. We take a quick look at what was announced and how it could impact people with Parkinson's, their families and carers.
Parkinson's Connect: how we're evolving Parkinson's support Date 11 October 2021 At Parkinson's UK, we want to be there for everyone, from diagnosis onwards. Parkinson's Connect will build on the services we already offer to deliver personalised support to more people with Parkinson's, and their family and friends.
Caption Campaigner holding a mental health matters sign Our work to improve mental health support Date 8 October 2021 An update on our work to improve mental health support for our community and celebrating World Mental Health Day.
Next ‘share the love’ with second exclusive collection in support of Parkinson’s UK Date 30 September 2021 Next has released a new exclusive range in collaboration with internationally-renowned artist Alex Echo, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in early 2020.
David 'Kid' Jensen and Jools Holland set to host concert for Parkinson's UK Date 29 September 2021 Broadcasting legend David 'Kid' Jensen is putting on an evening of music and memories on 11 October, with all profits going to Parkinson's UK.
Today we’re launching a marketing campaign to get Parkinson’s understood Date 6 September 2021 Not enough people understand what it’s like to live with Parkinson’s. Together, we can change that.
ADHD drug shows promise for improving cognition in Parkinson’s Date 17 August 2021 Results show that atomoxetine, a drug used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), could improve thinking and impulsiveness in Parkinson’s.
Compound found in fruit shows promise for Parkinson’s Date 29 July 2021 Researchers in the United States have shown that a compound found in fruit - farnesol - has the potential to play a protective role to dopamine-producing brain cells.
Changes to the health and social care system in England debated in Parliament Date 15 July 2021 A new bill that will change how health and care is planned and delivered in England was debated in parliament yesterday (14 July 2021)
Caroline Rassell joins Parkinson’s UK as our new Chief Executive Date 16 June 2021 Caroline Rassell has been appointed as our new Chief Executive. She brings 20 years of board experience in healthcare and government roles.
