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Changes to health professionals who can issue fit notes

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Progress towards Apple Watch based tracking of symptoms

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House of Lords debates access to neurological healthcare

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Man with Parkinson's talking to a health professional

New early signs of Parkinson's uncovered in most diverse UK study to date

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Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have reported results from the first UK study of the early signs of Parkinson's in a highly diverse population.

Vitamin B3 supplement shows early promise for Parkinson's

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Researchers in Norway have published results from an early stage clinical study looking at the potential of a dietary supplement for people with Parkinson's.

The NADPARK study, a phase 1 clinical trial in newly diagnosed people with Parkinson's, showed promising signs that vitamin B3 supplements may have protective effects on the brain.

The Health and Care Bill: an opportunity to future-proof the care that people with Parkinson’s receive

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An update on the work we're doing to try and influence better workforce planning in the Health and Care Bill.

Campaigning to improve the quality of NHS continuing healthcare

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We have been coordinating activity on behalf of the Continuing Healthcare Alliance to try and influence the Health and Care Bill. This activity aims to improve the quality of continuing healthcare from assessment to delivery across England.

Glasgow woman shaving her head to raise funds for Parkinson’s UK

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Angela Boag from Glasgow has raised over £2000 so far through donations on her JustGiving page
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Positive effect of a flavonoid-rich diet seen in people with Parkinson's

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Researchers, including scientists from Queen's University Belfast, have discovered that people with Parkinson's who eat more flavonoids may have a longer life expectancy.

Parkinson’s ambassador David Jensen returns to Jazz FM

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The broadcasting legend is returning for a second 6-part series.

Sinemet packaging to change

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An update on future changes to Sinemet packaging.
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Thank you for funding the future of information and support

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Thanks to our amazing supporters we’ve raised over £1.2m for Parkinson’s Connect. We couldn’t have done this without the incredibly generous support of the Frank Brake Charitable Trust. Together, we’re transforming Parkinson’s.

Exercise improves symptoms by changing the way the brain works

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Researchers in the Netherlands discover that regular exercise may improve Parkinson’s symptoms by creating connections between areas of the brain affected by the condition.