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Caroline loves running, her nephews & her pets. Parkinson’s won’t define her!

18 June 2020 - Humans touched by Parkinson’s

Caroline was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s Disease but will not let this degenerative neurological condition define her, despite setbacks. She is a passionate teacher, enjoys being creative, loves running, her nephews and her pets! Here she tells us about her life with Parkinson’s Disease.

Parkinson’s Disease breakthrough required patient detective work says KU Leuven research team

4 June 2020 - Research

It has taken years of painstaking research to achieve an important scientific discovery with the potential to improve diagnostics, treatment and perhaps even a cure for Parkinson’s Disease, however the KU Leuven team know that more patient detective work is still needed and funding is key!

#20for2 #beatparkinson in support of sport and research

19 May 2020 - Actions

The Demoucelle Parkinson Charity launches the #20for2 #beatparkinson challenge to bring the positive energy of the 20kms of Brussels (postponed this year because of the coronavirus) to everyone and raise awareness about Parkinson’s disease. Everyone can participate!

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Stephanie talks about her father and Parkinson’s disease

1 May 2020 - Humans touched by Parkinson’s / Living with Parkinson’s

Stephanie Freidberg talks about her father Stephen’s experiences of living with Parkinson’s Disease; the impact that his illness had on her; how it changed their relationship; her regrets; cherished memories and how caring for him has made her more empathetic.

Through the eyes of a patient: trying to bypass the symptoms!

11 April 2020 - Humans touched by Parkinson’s / Living with Parkinson’s

This World Parkinson’s Disease Week, Veerle will be providing regular blogs about her experiences as a Parkinson’s patient. Diagnosed 11 years ago, Veerle will describe some of the daily challenges of life with the disease. Since no two Parkinson’s patients are the same, Veerle speaks only for herself, however many of the issues she describes … Continued

#TulipsForHope: Let’s share images of tulips for Parkinson’s Week

2 April 2020 - Actions

Let’s lift our spirits, usher in Spring AND occupy our children with a creative challenge this Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Week (Sunday 5th April to Saturday 11th April)! Let’s share beautiful images of tulips across social media to lift the spirits of patients with this degenerative disease, as well as all those amazing healthcare workers and … Continued