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Parkinson’s and You
Information about Parkinson’s and how it affects your life.
- What is Parkinson’s?
  Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition that affects people from all walks of life. It is quite common, many people are affected and if you have recently been diagnosed you are not alone, Fight Parkinson’s is here to support you.
- Symptoms
  Although classified as a movement disorder, it can affect people in different ways. Sometimes the emotional changes can be more troublesome than the motor changes, and can have a bigger impact on the day-to-day life of someone living with Parkinson’s.
- Treatments & Professional Support
  It is important for people living with Parkinson’s to be proactive in the management of their condition. However, they do not have to face this challenge alone.
- Living with Parkinson’s
  One of the key things to remember is that most people with Parkinson’s disease continue to live long and rewarding lives.
- Health Professionals
Support for You
Help and support resources for you.
Information for You
Fight Parkinson’s provides a range of resources and publications that can assist people living with Parkinson’s, their families and carers to feel more informed about the condition.
How to Get Involved
There are many ways you can support Fight Parkinson’s. We have many activities you can take part in, plus opportunities to volunteer.
Research
Fight Parkinson’s is committed to funding vital research to further understand Parkinson’s, to find better treatment options and ultimately a cure.
About Us
Parkinson’s is a very individual condition, with each person experiencing a different combination of symptoms.
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Positive Life: Travelling and Parkinson’s

Online Session via Teams (map)

Wed 18th Sep 2024, 10:00am to 11:00am (1 hour)

Planning your next trip but unsure how you will manage your Parkinson’s whilst you are away? Keen to travel but not sure how Parkinson’s will impact on insurance, logistics or safety?

Many people diagnosed with Parkinson’s will be keen to travel. With some extra planning, people with Parkinson’s can ensure they manage well and enjoy their time away.

Join Fight Parkinson’s Nurse, Victor McConvey, as he shares tips about travel preparation, accommodation considerations, medication management, transportation of aids or essential equipment, management of fatigue or anxiety, and provide suggestions for troubleshooting symptom and communication challenges.

This event will be held on the Microsoft Teams platform. How you register and join the event might look a little different to what you're used to – but it should be quicker and easier!

You can register by selecting the Register button
We'll send you a Join Link – there's no need to download anything
When you join the event, your camera and microphone will be turned off but you will be able to turn them on
You can contact us on (03) 8809 0400 or email events@fightparkinsons.org.au

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Being diagnosed with Parkinson's is a personal experience but no one has to face Parkinson's alone. Support and information can make a significant and positive difference to the lives of those living with Parkinson's, their families and carers.

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From research lectures and information sessions for people living with Parkinson's and carers, to seminars for health professionals, we run events across Victoria to suit everyone.

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