News for professionals

Nikki Walker describes her research findings on the role and experience of physiotherapists when caring for people affected by Parkinson's and respiratory issues, and reflects on her experience of conducting the study.

The APPG on Parkinson's inquiry calls for a new approach to Parkinson's care.

Dr Angus Macleod talks about his research findings into links between weight loss and dependency for basic daily activities in people with Parkinson’s

We speak to physiotherapists Bhanu Ramaswamy and Beccy Oliver about how the professional community can help people with Parkinson's to exercise.

Celebrating the winners of the Excellence Network Awards 2018. 

A new Parkinson's UK report reveals the projected incidence and prevalence of Parkinson's in the UK for 2018.

The latest round of the Excellence Network Awards is now open. Enter your service to showcase how great Parkinson's care is being provided.

The NICE guideline for Parkinson's has been updated with clearer guidance on diagnosis, impulsive and compulsive behaviour management, and non-motor symptoms.

The Parkinson's Disease Nurse Specialist Association has led on an update of the competency framework to support good practice by Parkinson's nurses.

Michele Hu, Regional Excellence Network lead for Thames Valley, talks about a programme exclusively developed to support people newly diagnosed with Parkinson's.