Parkinson’s awareness week surrounds World Parkinson’s day annually on 11 April. Parkinson’s UK are making plans on how to increase understanding of Parkinson’s as a serious condition. Follow our social media feeds for updates via Facebook and Twitter (@slypn).
Newsletter May 2019
Newsletter - May 2019
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Newsletter - April 2019
Newsletter March 2019
Newsletter - March 2019
Brian’s Blog #15 March 2019: Blue skies not blue screens
It’s time to spring into action - abandon those nasty addictive social media devices and comfy couches and get out and about in the freshest of air. Yes, Spring is officially almost here and as I look out of my London window I’m seeing blue sky, sunshine and a nice...
Brian’s Blog #4: Music is magic and laughter is fun!
There’s been a lot of David Bowie music in our house this past week as we remembered the great all round performer. And some of his songs are great dance tunes as well. https://youtu.be/N4d7Wp9kKjA I have observed that since my diagnosis of PD some six...
Our Mannequin (Freezing) Challenge – for Parkinson’s UK
Imagine suddenly not being able to move as you're rushing to cross the street, or making a cup of tea. For some people with Parkinson's, freezing isn't a choice, it's part of everyday life. Your small donation can help us make a difference to people affected by...
Brian’s Blog #3: The Great British Shake Off
It’s not been a great week for the shaking palsy - under attack from several fronts - and that’s a good thing. First we saw the amazing story of Emma Lawton on BBC’s new show Big Life Fix. Her link to the story on Facebook has received over 35 million (yes million)...
Sarah Webb in the Daily Mail
SLYPN's founder Sarah Webb has been interviewed by the Daily Mail about her experience with Parkinson's. Here is the opening extract from the piece: The morning rush to get the children ready for school can be stressful for any parent. But for Sarah Webb, 46, from...
Brian’s Blog #2: Mindfulness and Parkinson’s
We all know some of the hidden symptoms of PD like apathy, anxiety, stress, depression, and how some of these symptoms like stress can result in increased tremor and pain or discomfort. The other day I attended a very interesting workshop in Fulham, given by David...
Brian’s Blog #1: Solutions for Better Living with Parkinson’s
World Parkinson’s Congress 2016 trip report - Portland, Oregon USA Initially I was not too excited to attend the World Parkinson’s Congress 2016 (held every three years), thinking it would be mostly dull presentations about the latest drugs, patches, pumps and brain...
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