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We are also happy to assist with putting you in touch with neurologists, health professionals, researchers and people living with Parkinson’s to ensure a well-rounded story.
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Latest Articles
Awards honour dedicated Parkinson’s community members
Nov. 27, 2024
The 2024 Fight Parkinson’s Awards were announced at last week's annual general meeting, including the recipients of the prestigious Sir Zelman Cowen Award and the Harold Waldron Carer's Award. Read more…
Fight Parkinson’s position on paraquat and Parkinson’s disease
Sep. 06, 2024
Fight Parkinson’s is committed to supporting advocacy and providing information, education and services based on robust clinical evidence. All information offered to the Parkinson’s community is based on scientific research as referenced throughout this page. Read more…
Aged Care Learning Hub
Aug. 20, 2024
Fight Parkinson’s has launched a new online learning program to build the skills and capabilities of aged care workers caring for clients and residents with Parkinson’s. Read more…
Research call-out: Gym-based strength training for people with early onset Parkinson’s
Jul. 19, 2024
La Trobe University’s Academic and Research Collaborative in Health is conducting a research project to assess the feasibility of gym-based strength training based on modified powerlifting for people with early onset Parkinson’s disease. Read more…
Research call-out: Neuropsychological Assessment in Parkinson’s Disease
Jul. 08, 2024
Researchers at University of Queensland’s Centre for Clinical Research are working to improve neuropsychological assessments for earlier and more effective diagnosis of dementia in Parkinson’s disease. Read more…
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Federal Government awards $800,000 to fund a National Parkinson’s Action Plan
Jun. 03, 2024
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Three New Online Courses added to Fight Parkinson’s Community Learning Hub
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National Parkinson’s Alliance formed to lead change for the Parkinson’s community
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Research call-out: Pain Characteristics and Management in Parkinson’s
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Fight Parkinson’s launches new online course for the Aged Care sector
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Elaine Maberly receives inaugural Harold Waldron Carer’s Award
Dec. 21, 2020
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