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.
Volunteer Eric unites with academics to improve Parkinson’s awareness in university education Date 27 July 2021 Eric Corcoran, committee member for South Liverpool Parkinson’s Support Group, has joined forces with University of Liverpool School of Medicine to help get Parkinson’s understood
Our chair of Trustees takes on a year of challenges to raise money for Parkinson’s UK Date 15 July 2021 Gary Shaughnessy is taking on another exciting program of fundraising challenges in 2021, from football matches to marathons.
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)
Caption Volunteers at the Campaigner Celebration Campaigners meet to share, inspire and plan future activities Date 22 June 2021 On 16 June 2021 volunteers and campaigners across the UK came together to celebrate, learn and plan our next campaign.
Parliament hears about accelerating Parkinson’s research Date 22 June 2021 MPs and peers hear how they can support Parkinson’s research at a meeting in Parliament.
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.
New Parkinson’s Cafe for Dunbar Community Date 2 June 2021 The Dunbar Craft Studio will open its doors on Thursday 3 June to welcome people with Parkinson's
Parliament debates post-pandemic neurological services Date 28 May 2021 An update on a recent debate in the House of Lords to hear the government’s plans for restarting neurological services after the recent pandemic.
Caption Jeremy Paxman welcomes guests to the opening of Shepherds Bush Library. Photo: Leigh Quinnell 2009 (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0) Jeremy Paxman reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis Date 21 May 2021 Broadcaster Jeremy Paxman has announced that he was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s, and that his symptoms are currently mild.
