“My wife has an overactive thyroid and gets free prescriptions. Her condition doesn’t deteriorate, but Parkinson’s gets worse overtime.” Today we share with you Ian's story. He believes that the exemption list needs to be reviewed. Learn more 👉 prksn.uk/4cyPsAj

"Current DBS can be life changing and has the promise to be even more effective" A small study shows that adaptive deep brain stimulation is better than the standard version at controlling movement symptoms day and night. Click to read more 👉🏼 prksn.uk/3Ma1dlQ

Our recent poll shows that 94% of you agree that using urban pesticides is harmful. We're urging the Government to ban the use of these toxic chemicals in public spaces to protect our urban environments. Let's get to 20,000 signatures: pesticidecollaboration.org/go-pesticide-f… #GoPesticideFree

Alongside Independent Age and others, we're calling for an end to the unfair postcode lottery of water social tariffs. Everyone deserves to be able to afford essentials like water but too many people with Parkinson's on low incomes are struggling: prksn.uk/3YNATWh

Join our newly diagnosed session specifically for the South Asian community. This is a safe space to find out about Parkinson's and nutrition. Our panel of guests include people with Parkinson's, along with Professor Ray Chaudhuri. Book your place 👉 prksn.uk/46GuDBB

Today we share a topic that discusses the best wrist watch for someone with Parkinson’s that can send alerts when the person wearing it falls or can alarm them to take their medication. Our forum is a great place to have such conversations. Learn more 👉 prksn.uk/4cxubXt

Frustrated by the lack of diverse representation in health research? Discover why your involvement matters and how you can make a difference! 👉🏾Watch out for the #INVISIBLE film on 5 September! #BeVisible #MakingResearchInclusive

Have you ever considered massage therapy? We find out more about what massage therapy is and how it may help your Parkinson’s symptoms. Find out more 👉🏿 prksn.uk/45TfDQx

Today is #InternationalDogDay and we want to celebrate Mabel, pictured below, and all our other four legged friends who support us. 🐾 To find out how you and your furry friend can take part in raising awareness with Walkies for Parkinson’s, visit: prksn.uk/4cJ06nT

Want our latest research news? 🔬 Find out what's happening with Parkinson's research, what we've been up to and studies looking for people to get involved and take part. Click to read the latest issue of Progress 👉🏾 prksn.uk/3T75Cd5

A PhD researcher at Ulster University in Belfast wants to understand experiences of using smart speakers, from people with Parkinson’s with speech and voice difficulties and their carers. Take part in a focus group in Northern Ireland 👉 prksn.uk/3X8ZSSK

Have you ever considered walking football? ⚽ Monica was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and explains how walking football has helped her deal with the shock of diagnosis. Click to read her story 👉🏾 prksn.uk/3WQA3W0

1 in 6 people in the UK and the Republic of Ireland are living with a neurological condition. Help build a picture of treatment, care and support for people affected by neurological conditions by completing the My Neuro Survey 👉 neural.org.uk/share-your-exp… #MyNeuroSurvey

Today is Grief Awareness day. It's never easy to lose a loved one and with it comes a range of emotions, so we're bringing to you some useful contacts during a time of bereavement. Learn more here 👉 prksn.uk/4dZHxgh.

We support the DWP in raising awareness of Pension Credit, a resource for older people on low incomes living with conditions like Parkinson’s. The Winter Fuel Payment will be restricted to those receiving Pension Credit from 16 September, check you're eligible before 21 December.

"I decided to ride 350 miles through Wales so that I could share our story and people would hopefully be engaged by it." Eilish Gilbert took on an amazing cycle challenge to raise funds for Parkinson's UK. She cycled off road a total of 350 miles from north to south Wales.

“When I was diagnosed, I didn’t know anything about Parkinson’s and what it meant for me and my life.” But before long, Ben's practical approach to life kicked in. Now he's working harder than ever to create a legacy for his family. Read his story 👉🏿 prksn.uk/4dktp1k

Together with 109 organisations, led by National Voices, we have written to Wes Streeting MP, congratulating him on his appointment and sharing our key concerns as the new government seeks to fix a “broken” NHS. 👉 bit.ly/4gcroGc

Focused ultrasound and Parkinson’s: what does the research say? Read our latest blog to explore what focused ultrasound is and what research efforts are ongoing to understand the potential benefits of this treatment for people with Parkinson’s. 👉🏿 prksn.uk/4cD8G7Z

"To live a healthy life, is something we all deserve, we need every type of person represented in health research” We're proud to have partnered on this film showing why we need better representation in health research.