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We are Parkinson's UK. Powered by people. Funded by you. Improving life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. Together we'll find a cure.

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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Parkinson’s. There isn’t one journey. There isn’t one ‘day in the life’. This #WorldParkinsonsDay , we’re shining a light on the daily lives of people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones. The good. The bad. The funny. The sad. The ons. The offs. And everything in between. 💙

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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#Parkinsons is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world. But your donations allow us to fund the research needed for new treatments and a cure. Here's a special message from @Harry_Styles , recorded for our #FestiveNightIn , raising money for our vital research.

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𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 #𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 #𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀💙 #IWD #WomenInScience #WomenInStem

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Parkinson's UK

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On #InternationalDayForTolerance — how are we doing at promoting equality at Parkinson’s UK? Click to read more 👉

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Parkinson's UK

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We're the Parkinson's charity that drives better care, treatments and quality of life. Because we're here, no one has to face Parkinson's alone 💙

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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📢 Don't miss the brilliantly talented @RachelSJohnson on @BBCOne 's Celebrity @MastermindQuiz this Saturday at 5.35pm! Rachel kindly nominated @ParkinsonsUK as her chosen charity. Thank you 👏💙

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Parkinson's UK

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Trial results show statin drug does NOT slow #Parkinsons . Read the latest 👉 #ParkinsonsResearch

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Parkinson's UK

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We’ve partnered with @alzheimerssoc and @UCLHresearch to develop a new resource to help lab-based researchers with patient and public involvement (PPI). Click to read 👉 #ParkinsonsResearch

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We're excited to launch the #FestiveNightIn ! 🎄 Join us virtually for an evening of entertainment with some special guests including Strictly's @Mr_NJones , @lilahparsons and @dipnaanand . Click for tickets 👉

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Could a drug designed to tackle pain be used to treat dyskinesia in Parkinson’s? Click to read the full story 👉 You can take part. You can help fund the next treatment. Together, we can find a cure. #TIMEforCAN #ParkinsonsResearch

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#COVID19 has put charity-funded #ResearchAtRisk . We need your help calling on @BorisJohnson to help protect it. Click this link 👉 and fill in your email address to send a ready-drafted email to the Prime Minister today.

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Parkinson's UK

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Amazing to see #ParkinsonsResearch featured! Another positive step in getting Parkinson's noticed in the media.

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Via @MailOnline : The £1 million TOP HAT trial, which will run at more than 20 NHS Parkinson's clinics across the UK, is being funded by @ParkinsonsUK drug development arm – the #Parkinsons Virtual Biotech #ParkinsonsResearch 🔬 Excited to see it launch!

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Parkinson's UK

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We’re proud to be part of @charityagsthate with 40 other charities to help raise awareness about the effects of online hate. If you’d like to get involved, check out the clip below and share your story using #ShareYourStory .

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Parkinson's UK

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#Parkinsons affects people of all ethnicities but we know that people from minority ethnic backgrounds are underrepresented in research. To deliver better treatments and care for everyone, we urgently need this to change. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 👉🏻👉🏽👉🏿

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Our major new TOP HAT trial, which will run at more than 20 NHS #Parkinsons clinics across the UK, is being funded by our drug development arm – the Parkinson's Virtual Biotech. Read the full story 👉

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Parkinson's UK

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As Steve Ford prepares to step down, Shan Nicholas joins the team as Interim Chief Executive. Click to read the full story 👉

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Parkinson's UK

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Thank you. Last year, life as we know it came to a standstill. But #Parkinsons doesn’t stop. And neither did you. Despite all the things we couldn’t do, you showed us what we can do, together.

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Parkinson's UK

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Brexit: What the final deal means for people with #Parkinsons . Click to read the full story 👉

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🔬We are Parkinson's UK. Powered by people. Funded by you. 💙Improving life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. 💪Together we'll find a cure.

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Parkinson's UK

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𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 #𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐰𝐲 𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚. Together we can influence changes to health and care services. Fill out our survey:

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Parkinson's UK

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In a study part-funded by Parkinson's UK, scientists @OfficialUoM have moved closer to developing a 'game-changing' test to diagnose #Parkinsons , based on compounds found on the surface of the skin. #Research Read more here 👉

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Parkinson's UK

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We want to get #Parkinsons understood and included in everyday conversations. This survey lets you tell us how Parkinson’s affects your life, so we can use your experiences to highlight its true challenges in the media. Click to fill out the survey👉

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𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗱𝗿𝘂𝗴 𝘀𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽 #𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀? We take a look at the story so far and the next steps for this research. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 👉 #ParkinsonsResearch

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We take a look at the importance of developing treatments that meet the needs of the whole #Parkinsons community, and why we need to do more to understand ethnicity and Parkinson’s. What we know so far 👉

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When you can expect to get the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine, and how safe it is for people with #Parkinsons ? 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 to read the latest 👉

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New @ParkinsonsUK research aims to harness the brain’s self-cleaning system to wash away toxic proteins and stop the condition in its tracks. Click to read more on the study and invest in a pioneering project 👉

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Do you want to help validate a research tool to improve the way long term health conditions are monitored? 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗛𝘂𝗯 👉🏼 #ParkinsonsResearch #ResearchOpportunity

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Parkinson's UK

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We want to make sure we're delivering content that's right for our audiences. Help shape the content on our digital channels. by spending 2 minutes to fill out this survey.

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Parkinson's UK

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Designed by Genna, a Next employee living with #YoungOnsetParkinson ’s, 100% of the profits from the range will go towards supporting those who are diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's and to help transform our support services.

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Parkinson's UK

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As lockdown restrictions continue, it's natural to still feel worried, anxious or low. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 here for tips on looking after your mental wellbeing 👉

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Parkinson's UK

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📣 We're working with @4dpharmaplc to set up a Patient Advisory Board to ensure that their clinical programme is shaped directly by people affected by #Parkinsons as they work to develop a new treatment. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 👉🏿

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Our volunteers do amazing things. From helping at our events to supporting our research, they're improving the lives of everyone affected by #Parkinsons . This is the story of how the Parkinson's community came together for #WorldParkinsonsDay 2021 👉🏿

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How volunteers made World Parkinson's Day 2021 happen

This is the story of how the Parkinson's community came together for World Parkinson's Day 2021.Catch up on the livestream https://youtu.be/_c5xEX55CWAWorld ...

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100% of the profits from the range will go towards helping us transform our support services, enabling us to be there for people from day one of their diagnosis, no matter their age. You can join us now: 👕👜👉 #WorldParkinsonsDay

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Parkinson's UK

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📢Don't miss the wonderful @DeeringRob on @BBCOne 's Celebrity @MastermindQuiz this Saturday at 5.25pm! Rob kindly nominated @ParkinsonsUK as his chosen charity. Thank you! 💙

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𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘁 🎉 But for people with #Parkinsons , it's important to make sure you are up to date with the latest coronavirus guidelines. Click to read the latest 👉🏽

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Chronic pain can stop people from doing everyday things. We’re funding groundbreaking research led by Dr @bannister_lab to better understand pain in Parkinson’s. Read about how it affects study participant @AddisonClare , in this piece by @DannyBuckland @DailyMirror

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The Mirror

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EXCLUSIVE: 'Crippling Parkinson's pain took joy out of life and I had to quit job I loved'

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If you have been recently diagnosed, or need any information or support you can visit our website or contact our free helpline. We're open 9am-5pm Mon-Fri and 10am-2pm on Saturdays: ☎️ 0808 800 0303 ✉️ hello @parkinsons .org.uk 💻 #WorldParkinsonsDay

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🧪 The latest issue of our research magazine - Progress, is out now! Grab a cup of tea and check it out here 👉🏻

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Major pharmaceutical company Biogen is investing $1billion to take LRRK2 inhibitors into large scale clinical trials in 2021. This is made possible by genetic and biochemical research funded by charities like @ParkinsonsUK . 👉 #ParkinsonsResearch

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If your loved one has recently been told they have Parkinson’s, you may be feeling unsure about how to approach the diagnosis. Click to read some insights from others who have been in the same situation 👉🏾

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"I want a cure and I want it now." @MrsAnneTwist talks about her father's Parkinson's, and her fundraising challenge

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Harry Styles' mum: He was absolutely brilliant in caring for dad

THE SINGER'S mum Anne Twist tells our writer about the impact her father’s Parkinson’s disease has had on their family.

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Anxiety and depression are two common symptoms that affect people with #Parkinsons . As it's #BlueMonday we want to ensure that we are all looking after our mental health. Click for some top tips 👉🏾

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Parkinson's UK

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Baroness Gale will be leading a debate on #NeuroRestart to ensure that people with neurological services will get their care as soon as possible. We're glad to be working with @RCSLT @NeuroAlliance @mssocietyuk @mndassoc & @UKABIF . Read more 👉🏽

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𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻'𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀? There have been some great online events happening across the UK - from exercise to anxiety. Browse the talks 👉🏿

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Parkinson's UK

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Finding a cure never looked so good. 💙 Join us for a special evening of fashion and entertainment hosted by Vernon Kay and music from DJ Colin Francis. Click here for tickets 👉🏿

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Parkinson's UK

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We take a look at what research is going on to understand dementia in Parkinson's and the progress being made towards better treatments. Read the blog 👉🏽 #ParkinsonsResearch #ParkinsonsNews

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We're getting closer to a treatment for reducing falls in #Parkinsons — phase 3 trial now recruiting @chiefpd2 @DrEmHenderson . Find out more and get involved in trialling this potentially life changing treatment 👉🏽 #ParkinsonsResearch #ClinicalTrials

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Help us find better ways of treating pain in #Parkinsons 🔬 @bannister_lab are hoping to take the first step towards developing personal pain profiles for people with Parkinson’s. You can support this vital research by donating today 👉🏻

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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#ShakeWithLaughter is back! Join us on Monday 13 July for our first ever Virtual comedy night. Featuring @russell_kane , @MickFerry , @DeeringRob , @paulsinha , @MayhewArcher , @eleanortiernan , @lauralexx & @NathanCaton . Get your tickets now 👉

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Parkinson's UK

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Parkinson's is more than ‘the shakes’. Not enough people know what it’s like to live with #Parkinsons . And we want to bring the reality of Parkinson's to life to those unaffected by the condition. Fill out our survey & help shape the stories we tell 👉🏾

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Parkinson's UK

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Parkinson’s UK is offering grants to pioneering scientists & small biotech companies to develop drugs for the treatment of #Parkinsons . This funding scheme will help bridge data gaps & accelerate the transition into drug development. Find out more 👉🏼

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We’re proud to be part of #WeAreUndefeatable 💪 Together we’re helping to inspire the many people living with a long term health condition to know that a little goes a long way, especially when it comes to being active. Click to learn more 👉

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John Richardson's portrait of his friend Derek, who has Parkinson's, was shortlisted for the BP Portrait Award 2020. John shares why he was inspired to paint his friend and what he hopes the image captures. Read the story 👉🏽 #ParkinsonsArt #Parkinsons

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The Health & Care Bill is passing through the Lords Committee stage. We've been working to support amendments on specialised commissioning (Deep Brain Stimulation & Duodopa), workforce, continuing healthcare & patient voice. Read our briefing 👉🏾

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Get your tickets now for #ShakewithLaughter this Monday @comedyStoreUK ! 🤣 Hosted by the incredible @robdeering with a line up of hilarious comedians including @CatherineBohart , @eleanortiernan @Paultonkinson and more. Click here to get your ticket 👉🏼

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Researchers are on the hunt for a test that might detect Parkinson's in the very earliest stages of the condition. But the question remains, in a condition that can go largely undetected, can we act early and would we really want to? Read more 👉🏾

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Great debate in parliament today, highlighting the urgent need for government action to review the outdated prescription charge exemption list - We'll continue to press the government for a review of the list, so it includes people with #Parkinsons .

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Half of unpaid carers of people with Parkinson’s-related dementia are providing over 70 hours of direct care a week, yet only 15% have accessed respite care. Our report highlights the many challenges they face 👉🏿 #NobodyReallyKnowsUs #CarersRightsDay

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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People with Parkinson’s power everything we do. When you power through Walk for Parkinson’s, you’re funding our vital work and research. You’ll unite with others to change the lives of people affected by Parkinson’s. Take strides to find a cure 👉

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If you live with or care for someone with #Parkinsons , it's important to book your free flu or COVID-19 vaccine today for maximum protection this festive season. Find out how to book 👉 #BoostDay

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We’re asking MPs to support our letter to the Secretary of State for Health & Social Care. It's crucial that the recently announced £500m for training in social care includes training on Parkinson's and Parkinson's-related dementia. Read our full report:

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Announcement 🔊 We're investing up to £3m in research to reduce inflammation in the brain. This holds exciting potential to pave the way for new drugs that could slow the progression of Parkinson’s. Find out more 👉🏾

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Our free online event - Par-Con - starts tomorrow! It focuses on improving lives through research. @DaveClarkTV shares why you should register to join us live from the 19 October at 10 am. Click to find out more 👉🏾

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Under 24 hours to have your gift to Parkinson's UK doubled via the @BigGive #ChristmasChallenge21 . Click to donate 👉

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Funding groundbreaking research to find a cure

Parkinson’s is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world, and currently there is no cure. We’re investing £4 million a year into groundbreaking projects under the Parkinson’s Virtual...

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Parkinson's UK

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Thank you so much to the wonderful @grahnort for sharing this personal message about why the charity is so close to his heart. Your gift to Parkinson's UK could be doubled this week via @BigGive #ChristmasChallenge21 . Click to donate 👉🏿

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Today we mourn the loss of a legend of the stage and screen. With an extensive career that brought joy to so many people, and as an inspirational member of the Parkinson’s community, Sir Ian will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time.

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BBC Breaking News

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Actor Sir Ian Holm, the award-winning star of Lord of the Rings, Alien and Chariots of Fire, has died aged 88

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Latest research has found a way to convert cells inside the brain into dopamine-producing cells. This could open the door to an exciting new treatment approach, which may be able to reverse #Parkinsons in people in future. Click to read more 👉

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A trial of a new miniaturised deep brain stimulation (DBS) device, being carried out at Southmead Hospital in Bristol, aims to make improvements to existing surgery. Click to read the full story 👉🏽 #ParkinsonsResearch #ResearchNews

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What is Parkinson’s Connect? It’s the trusted, expert information and advice we’ve been providing for over 50 years, in one place. If you work with Parkinson’s patients, you can help connect them with relevant and accessible resources. Find out more 👉🏾

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Just over a month to go until #BigComedyShakeUp22 ! We're delighted @kaplinskyn is returning as host alongside Dougray Scott. Don't miss out on what will be an incredible evening, raising money for vital research. Find out more 👉

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The @NGSOpenGardens Snowdrop Festival is now on with over 100 gardens opening to support our vital work. Click to find your nearest garden 👉🏼

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Parkinson's UK

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Research Opportunity 🔬 Are you interested in finding out how Parkinson's UK has ignited collaborations with the Parkinson's community to accelerate research around the world? Find out more about our free lecture 👉🏿

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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Changes announced today by the UK Government do not affect the latest guidance for those living with #Parkinsons in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. We will need time to digest what the announcements will mean for people in England and will provide an update promptly.

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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Are you looking for an adjustable bed, walk in bath or stairlift to make things easier in the home? Our new catalogue is full of everyday living aids designed to make life that little bit easier for people with #Parkinsons . Download the catalogue 👉🏽

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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The Government's 10-year Plan for Dementia must urgently address the unmet needs of people with Parkinson's-related dementia. Click to read the full story 👉🏼 #DementiaActionWeek #DAW2022

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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It can be difficult to access face to face appointments, and the pandemic has made this worse. We’re funding the development of NMS Assist, an app to help connect people with their healthcare team and treat non-motor symptoms. Learn more 👉🏿

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

2 years

Thank you to everyone who's sent us a poem (or two!). Let's continue to spread the word, submit your poems for #WorldParkinsonsDay here 👉 #LetsTalkAboutParkinsons

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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This time next week, we'll be marking #WorldParkinsonsDay in Parliament with a drop-in for MPs & peers to hear directly from our community. Can you help make sure your MP joins us? Find out more here 👉🏿

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

2 years

A huge thank you to @outdoor_smart and the other digital billboard companies who generously donated free space on over 1,000 sites across the country. This has allowed us to display poems for #WorldParkinsonsDay and helping us to further raise awareness of the condition. 💙

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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Do you help support or care for a partner, friend or family member with #Parkinsons ? We’re here for you too! 💙 Click to download our handy carers guide 👉 #CarersWeek #CarersWeek2020

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

2 years

Not enough people understand what it’s like to live with Parkinson’s - so we've started the conversation in Westminster. 💙 Together with members of the Parkinson's community, we met MPs & Lords to share what it's like to live with Parkinson's & to mark #WorldParkinsonsDay

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

2 years

📢 Free class alert 📢 Timed to #WorldParkinsonsDay , we've teamed up with @MrMotivator for his Wednesday Fizzical on 13 April at 6.30pm. Let's get moving and #LetsTalkAboutParkinsons 💙 Sign up here 👉

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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“I really recommend this year’s Try-athlon event. They should go, have fun, and be around people who have the condition." Last year Keith attended the @SportParkinsons Try-athlon event in Worcester which changed everything for him. Find out more 👉🏾

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

2 years

Our 2022 UK Parkinson’s Audit is now open! 📣 We are gathering data from healthcare services across the UK that see people with Parkinson's to identify where improvements can be made. Find out how your specialist can take part 👉🏽

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

2 years

This year as part of our #WorldParkinsonsDay plans we're spreading awareness through the medium of poetry. Through limericks, and clever rhymes we can raise awareness of Parkinson’s and today we're sharing a piece every hour. Find out more 👉

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

2 years

#Parkinsons is the fastest growing neurological condition, & having the right health & care professionals in post & in training is crucial to supporting the Parkinson's community. We've joined over 100 organisations calling for stronger workforce planning 👇 #StrengthInNumbers

@RCPhysicians

Royal College of Physicians

2 years

We’re 1 of over 100 health & care organisations to have signed a letter to @BorisJohnson urging him to accept an amendment to the #HealthAndCareBill that will guarantee independent assessments of how many health & social care staff we need now & in future:

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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He's conquered the world and now Sir Ranulph Fiennes is not letting his Parkinson's hold him back. Read more about his life and approach to the future here 👇

@Telegraph

The Telegraph

2 years

At 78, after traversing the globe and scaling Everest,Sir Ranulph Fiennes faces his greatest challenge yet: Parkinson’s and old age. 🗣"The mind wants to do things but then suddenly finds that the body is falling to bits"

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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New addition to the fabulous @EleanorBowmer 'Let Love Shine' range from @nextofficial ! Step out in style and make a difference with the new doormat, available online from today. Shop the full range here, 100% of profits go to Parkinson's UK 👉🏾

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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It’s Parkinson’s Awareness Week and it’s been 200 years without a cure. Let's make history together. RT to tell the world #WeWontWait ⬇️

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

2 years

“Whatever happens, I think I will be relieved.” Watch the trailer for episode 8 of DBS and Me now. #DBSandMe

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

2 years

An important research partnership involving Parkinson’s UK, pharmaceutical company @ucb_news and @ParkinsonDotOrg publish their first results in a study designed alongside people living with Parkinson’s. Read more 👉🏻 #ParkinsonsResearch

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

5 years

It's #WorldParkinsonsDay ! We worked with people in the #Parkinsons community to create a video to raise understanding of the condition. Help spread the message. Watch and share: #ParkinsonsIs

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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Hi @Ladbrokes we were shocked and disappointed by your tweet about @DaveClarkTV . This type of message adds to the stigma people with Parkinson's face everyday. Let's work together to help raise awareness and make a difference

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

2 years

We're delighted to showcase poetry from all members of the Parkinson's community. Keep checking throughout the day on the growing list of poems and limericks on our Poems for Parkinson's page 👉

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

7 years

Good morning all and welcome to Parkinson's Awareness Week! Find out how you can get involved at

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@ParkinsonsUK

Parkinson's UK

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Festive Night In is back on Tuesday 13 December and we are joined by @lilahparsons and @JaneHillNews as our hosts. We're excited for the festive entertainment we have lined up and also have a special guest to announce... watch this space. 👉🏿

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