We are excited to announce that we are holding a Gala Country Concert on Mother's Day, Sunday the 10th of March. This will take place at 7pm in the Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone. The entertainment will be provided by Country…
We are celebrating Movement Disorder Day on the 29th of November. Movement disorders are neurological conditions that affect bodily motor control, disrupting an individual's life. Prevalence is increasing, outpacing growth estimates. Parkinson's Disease is now the fastest-growing brain disease. We…
We are celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities this Sunday, the 3rd of December. This year's theme is: “Transformative solutions for inclusive development: the role of innovation in fuelling an accessible and equitable world.” This theme reflects the need…
Our nurse Lisa Wynne took part in an interview with George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D, who advocates on behalf of TogetherForSharon. Lisa discussed her background and the importance of awareness and education as part of her role working with patients with…
I was delighted to join the Neurological Alliance of Ireland last night to celebrate their 20th anniversary and also to wish Professor Orla Hardiman all the best in her retirement as National Clinical Lead for Neurology. She has been a…
Did you know 1 in 6 people with Parkinson’s experience preventable harm in the hospital every year? Parkinson's Foundation released Hospital Care Recommendations aimed to reduce this harm. These recommendations address patients' daily mobility, administration of Parkinson's medications and the…
A guidebook for YOPD women with PD. A Young Parkinson's woman's guide to pills, periods, pregnancy, prevention, prognosis, and the power of a positive perspective (when diagnosed with an old man's disease). Download now in multiple languages on www.yopdwomen.com
This strategic plan seeks to ensure the sustainability and growth of PAI. The five strategic aims form the backbone of our plan and place a particular emphasis on Healthcare and Wellbeing Support, Advocacy and Representation, Funding, Research and Communication. I…
Thank you to all who helped raise awareness of Parkinson's Disease throughout the week. ARTICLES · Gain power over Parkinson's with an empowering self-management toolkit - Health News · https://www.imt.ie/features-opinion/parkinsons-week-to-put-pep-in-your-step-11-04-2023/. · Annmarie O'Connor's podcast hears how people are living their…
