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Parkinson’s and You
Information about Parkinson’s and how it affects your life.
- What is Parkinson’s?
  Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition that affects people from all walks of life. It is quite common, many people are affected and if you have recently been diagnosed you are not alone, Fight Parkinson’s is here to support you.
- Symptoms
  Although classified as a movement disorder, it can affect people in different ways. Sometimes the emotional changes can be more troublesome than the motor changes, and can have a bigger impact on the day-to-day life of someone living with Parkinson’s.
- Treatments & Professional Support
  It is important for people living with Parkinson’s to be proactive in the management of their condition. However, they do not have to face this challenge alone.
- Living with Parkinson’s
  One of the key things to remember is that most people with Parkinson’s disease continue to live long and rewarding lives.
- Health Professionals
Support for You
Help and support resources for you.
Information for You
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.
How to Get Involved
There are many ways you can support Fight Parkinson’s. We have many activities you can take part in, plus opportunities to volunteer.
Research
Fight Parkinson’s is committed to funding vital research to further understand Parkinson’s, to find better treatment options and ultimately a cure.
About Us
Parkinson’s is a very individual condition, with each person experiencing a different combination of symptoms.
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Ask the Expert: Singing to Improve Speech Quality

Online Session via Zoom (map)

Tue 8th Mar 2022, 12:00pm to 1:00pm (1 hour)

Is Parkinson’s affecting your speech?

People with Parkinson’s can develop problems with speech and non-verbal communication. Exactly when these problems might emerge is different for everyone.

Symptoms vary from person to person but may include:

reduced volume of speech
slurred speech
fast speech
difficulty articulating words
monotonous tone
hoarse or unsteady voice.

ParkinSong is a Fight Parkinson’s singing program proven to improve speech quality in a world-first clinical trial.

We now need more people to join us in the next ParkinSong clinical trial which will look at singing online.

Join us for this special Ask the Experts focusing on ParkinSONG!

University of Melbourne researchers Dr Jeanette Tamplin and Prof. Adam Vogel will explain more about ParkinSong, the initial research project and the more recent feasibility study that has showed us that ParkinSong can be delivered online.

You will learn how you can be part of the next ParkinSONG clinical trial!

Register Now →

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Being diagnosed with Parkinson's is a personal experience but no one has to face Parkinson's alone. Support and information can make a significant and positive difference to the lives of those living with Parkinson's, their families and carers.

If you need to talk to someone, call our free confidential information line on:

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Upcoming events

28 Apr

A Walk in the Park (Swan Hill)
Riverside Park, Swan Hill

29 Apr

Parkinson’s Research Symposium
Kenneth Myer Building (Building 144), Florey Institute at The University of Melbourne. 30 Royal Parade, Parkville VIC 3010

05 May

A Walk in the Park (Geelong)
Eastern Park, Geelong

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Sharing experiences

“Parkinson’s is a mate you always have and it lets you know it’s there, but I don’t allow it to take over.”

Fred, on the journey since 2003

Read Fred's story →