Robert, aged 67 Had DBS surgery in June 2019 I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at 51. I used to work in sales and noticed I couldn’t write up things properly […]

Michael Buckley was born in New Zealand 65 years ago, but by six months of age he and his family were living in Springvale, Melbourne. “It was very much a […]

What if the brain could detect its own disease? Researchers have been trying to create a material that ‘thinks’ like the brain does, which would be more sensitive to early […]

The Hon. John Watkins AM was voted in as Deputy Chair of the Parkinson’s NSW Board at its March 2022 meeting. John, who is living with Parkinson’s, had a 16-year […]

Constipation is the infrequent passage of hard, dry bowel motions which are difficult to pass. It is a common problem in Parkinson’s and can also predate the Parkinson’s diagnosis.  Most […]

Have a plan Planning is the key to an enjoyable, less stressful Christmas and holiday time. Everyone is keen to catch up and celebrate with family and friends again after […]

Parkinson’s Life recently shared a series of four articles dealing with sex, intimacy, and Parkinson’s. The articles were jointly written by Nurse Consultant Norna Moore from Tel Aviv Medical Center […]

The dictionary definition of sleep is a naturally recurring condition of rest, in which there is unconsciousness with the nervous system inactive and muscles relaxed. A good night's sleep is […]

A quick chat with Support Group Coordinator Cassie Morgan about what the coming year holds for Parkinson’s NSW Support Groups. What are your priorities for 2022? Doing whatever we can […]

Researchers from Texas Woman’s University, USA, are investigating how equine-assisted therapy – which involves working with horses to promote wellbeing – can benefit people living with Parkinson’s As part of […]

Stress is a demand made on your body.  A stressor can be people, places, or events that you see as a threat.  Stress is a normal chemical reaction in your […]

We’re into the summer months and restrictions are lifting, so many of us are planning our holidays and will be travelling – for one day trips or longer journeys to […]