Travel Grants now open to attend World Parkinson Congress
The World Parkinson Congress is a unique opportunity for researchers, clinicians, people living with Parkinson’s, and healthcare professionals from across the globe to connect and share knowledge. To help make attending the Congress in America more accessible, a select number of travel grants are available to subsidise the cost of attendance. Grants are available for […]
New name, same care: Chronic Disease Management Plans revamped
The change intends to make access to care easier for you and your loved ones. As of July 1, Chronic Disease Management plans (CDMP) and Team Care Arrangements (TCA) have been merged into a singular entity known clinically as a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP). These changes have been implemented in the hopes of […]
World Parkinson Congress calls for abstract submissions
The congress is welcoming submissions in two categories, scientific and lived experience, providing a rare opportunity for researchers, clinicians, advocates and those living with Parkinson’s to share knowledge and learn together. Scientific abstracts are welcomed across a range of basic and clinical sciences as well as clinical care. Living with Parkinson’s abstracts are an opportunity […]
The National Parkinson’s Action Plan community consultation survey
This is a significant milestone in the journey to improve the lives of Australians living with Parkinson’s. Developed by the National Parkinson’s Alliance (NPA) with support from KPMG, the NPAP is a coordinated national effort to deliver positive change by addressing the complex and growing challenges faced by people living with Parkinson’s in Australia. Now, it’s your […]
Thanks to you – our Parkinson’s community – for championing Parkinson’s awareness this April
This year Fight Parkinson’s wanted to shine the light on you, our fantastic community members who consistently rise to the occasion to fight Parkinson’s. The confidence and compassion the Parkinson’s community has shown this month has been astounding. From fundraising to attending events, sharing your stories and helping shine a light on Parkinson’s, this April […]
Fight Parkinson’s and University of Tasmania lead $3.7 million push to transform Parkinson’s care
ParkinsonNet, developed in the Netherlands and proven across Europe and the United States to improve health outcomes, reduce disability, lower hospitalisation rates and cut healthcare costs, will be piloted in Western Victoria (including Geelong and the Bellarine) and Tasmania. The pilot will be led by Professor Michele Callisaya from the University of Tasmania’s Menzies Institute […]
Federal Government awards $800,000 to fund a National Parkinson’s Action Plan
The National Parkinson’s Alliance is a national collaboration of key community stakeholders and leaders in the Parkinson’s community in Australia who have come together to inform and shape policies, strategies, and initiatives that will enhance the lives of individuals affected by Parkinson’s across Australia. The Chair of the National Parkinson’s Alliance, Dr Harley Stanton, was […]
National Parkinson’s Alliance formed to lead change for the Parkinson’s community
This collaborative initiative brings together key stakeholders living with Parkinson’s and leaders from diverse backgrounds to work towards aligned outcomes for the Parkinson’s community. The organisations forming the Alliance with Fight Parkinson’s include; Parkinson’s NSW, Parkinson’s Tasmania, and the Shake It Up Australia Foundation, along with representatives from leading research institutions including Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA), […]
A Groundbreaking Breakthrough: The Parkinson’s Biomarker
This groundbreaking development promises to over time revolutionise the diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease, marking a significant milestone. Professor David Finkelstein, head of the Parkinson’s Laboratory at The Florey Institute, Director on the Fight Parkinson’s board and the chair of the Fight Parkinson’s research committee, has shared this important advance at a Fight Parkinson’s […]
Parkinson’s Prevalence
Estimates of people living with Parkinson’s has more than doubled Based on ABS statistics and scientific peer reviewed prevalence data, there are an estimated 57,000 Victorians living with Parkinson’s and 219,000 nationally. This is more than double the previous figures of 27,000 Victorians and 100,000 Australian reported in 2015. Since then, from more recent evidence-based […]