This help sheet is designed to support Vietnamese-speaking individuals, families, and carers. It provides a clear and simple overview of Parkinson’s and outlines the key facts about what Parkinson’s is, what causes it, and the common symptoms people may experience. It also explains how the condition is diagnosed and what to expect in the early stages.
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Understand Parkinson’s
An estimated 219,000 Australians in our community live with Parkinson’s or Atypical Parkinson’s. We provide a centralised hub that brings together medical professionals, researchers, carers, supporters, government, and donors in the effort to Fight Parkinson’s for those who need us most.
Living with Parkinson’s
While living with Parkinson’s can be challenging, there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life and live well with the condition.
Advancing Research
We help fund, support, advocate and publicise research that will further our mission to deliver services for those in our community with Parkinsons, and who are supporting someone living with Parkinsons.
Professionals
As leaders within the Parkinson’s community in Australia, we have a deep understanding of the needs and challenges of people living with Parkinson’s, or Atypical Parkinson’s (PSP, MSA, CBS), and their families, and carers.
How You Can Help
There are many ways you can support Fight Parkinson’s. We have many activities you can take part in, plus opportunities to volunteer. Choose a fun and rewarding activity that will help make a difference to people living with Parkinson’s.
News & Resources
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.
