Disappointing results from trials of vaccines for Parkinson’s, but hope for the future Date 12 August 2022
Work and Pensions Committee concerned about impact of the cost of living crisis on disabled people Date 27 July 2022 Parliament's Work and Pensions Committee have shared their concerns about the impact of the cost of living crisis on disabled people and urged government action to review the level of benefits.
Latest advice on coronavirus and Parkinson’s Date 22 July 2022 Throughout the pandemic, our priority remains supporting people with Parkinson's, as well as friends, family and carers. So we’ve gathered the facts and guidance to help answer some of your most common questions about coronavirus and Parkinson's.
Parkinson’s UK celebrity ambassador David ‘Kid’ Jensen takes part in world-first clinical trial Date 22 July 2022 Broadcasting legend and Parkinson's UK celebrity ambassador David ‘Kid’ Jensen is taking part in a world-first clinical trial. The trial will help researchers understand if an anti-sickness drug could treat hallucinations in people with Parkinson’s or Lewy body dementia.
More healthcare professionals can now assess fitness to drive Date 20 July 2022 A change to the law in England, Scotland and Wales means a wider range of healthcare professionals can now assess fitness to drive. We hope this will speed up people being able to get their driving licences.
Coronavirus vaccine and Parkinson's Date 20 July 2022 Learn more about when you can expect to get the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine, and how safe it is for people with Parkinson's.
Caption People sit around a table for a group discussion Understanding symptoms early after Parkinson’s diagnosis Date 19 July 2022 An important research partnership involving Parkinson’s UK, pharmaceutical company UCB and the Parkinson’s Foundation has published their first results in a study designed alongside people living with Parkinson’s.
New ITV drama stars character with early onset Parkinson’s Date 14 July 2022 Aidan Turner plays Doctor Joe O’Loughlin, who has just been diagnosed with Parkinson’s at 42, in new ITV series The Suspect.
British designer, Eleanor Bowmer, teams with Next to ‘Let love shine’ for exclusive collaboration in support of Parkinson’s UK Date 11 July 2022 100% of the profits from Next’s new collection, designed by Eleanor Bowmer, will help fund support for the Parkinson’s community.
Caption Paper chain people It’s National Co-production week! Date 8 July 2022 National Co-production Week 2022 runs from 4 to 9 July and is back for a 7th year. We look to the future of co-production at Parkinson's UK.
PIP delays impact people with Parkinson’s Date 7 July 2022 New analysis from Citizens Advice shows that disabled people are waiting up to 5 months to access Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
