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World Parkinson's Day

Published on 11 April 2023 10:36 AM

What is the spark for World Parkinson's day?

In 2022, a host of global Parkinson's organisations joined forces to develop and launch a new logo for World Parkinson's Day – dubbed 'The Spark'. The logo is designed to encourage the Parkinson's community to speak with one voice and create a universal symbol of Parkinson's. The global alliance of Parkinson’s organisations come from over 80 countries. Together, they aim to mobilise communities to spark change, calling on those impacted by the disease to stand up, speak out and break the stigma around the disease, and lead the call to fund medical breakthroughs to end Parkinson’s.
 
We are 'Sharing our Spark' this World Parkinson's Day in support of people living with the disease, Parkinson's support organisations, and those who are working towards ending Parkinson's Disease. We thought we would share some helpful information and support resources about Parkinson's.
 
Parkinson’s is the fastest growing neurological disease on the planet and will surpass Alzheimer’s disease as the dominant neurological condition in the world within 20 years.
 
Parkinson’s is a misunderstood disease and lack of awareness makes people with Parkinson’s vulnerable and discriminated against. Due to the symptoms of the disease, many are often mistaken for being intoxicated. Parkinson’s can mean living in constant pain. People with the disease often lose their voice, controlled use of their limbs, their ability to control their automatic functions and sleep well, and their confidence.
 
Visit World Parkinson's Day website to learn more.
 

Useful Resources

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    Global Alliance Of Organisations

    World Parkinson's Day website have a list of organisations they are in partnership with. These are just a few of the many organisations working to end Parkinson’s Disease. We encourage you to find local and global ways to support their efforts.

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  • Newly diagnosed to-do list

    Parkinsons.org have lots of useful resources to help with people living with Parkinson's and people caring for someone with Parkinson's. If you've just been diagnosed with Parkinson's it can be difficult to work out what you need to do first. This practical to-do list helps you get started.

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  • What is Parkinson's disease?

    Parkinson's disease is a condition in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged over many years. The NHS website has a informative page explaining what Parkinson's disease is.

     

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  • Find support near you

    If you have Parkinson’s, or you know someone who does, we’ll help you find the support and activities you need, local to you. From Parkinson’s advisers and Parkinson's UK helpline, to local group meetings and exercise classes.

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  • For Care Partners

    Parkinson’s disease progresses over time — so does your role as a care partner. Explore all stages of the care partner journey and practical tips that can help along the way.

     

     

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  • Mental & Physical Health

    Parkinson's can cause movement symptoms, as well as mood, sleep and energy changes. Each symptom has a specific treatment, but regular exercise and a healthy diet are key to overall management of Parkinson's. Read through this page to understand about your mental and physical health after a Parkinson's diagnosis.

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