🏓 With this year’s tournament now just weeks away, we caught up with Steve Ries to chat about his experience at the World Parkinson’s Table Tennis Championships 2024. 👉 You can read the full interview here in English, French and German: buff.ly/wS3Jhqb

Calling all music lovers 🎶 Gerald Ganglbauer from the Parkinsongs website is hosting the Parkinson's Song Contest 2026 – and wants to hear from you. Click the link to nominate your favourite song about Parkinson's, as well as have a look at the shortlist so far 🎤 buff.ly/ZRJ0qUa

“We are in a brain health crisis.” 🧠 Neurologists Michael Okun and Ray Dorsey spoke to us about their new book, ‘The Parkinson’s Plan: A New Path to Prevention and Treatment’ and their bold new blueprint for battling the condition. Find out more here 👉 buff.ly/q8pxD3Q Image credit: @raydorseymd

Work can feel like a tricky path to navigate when you have Parkinson's, but a diagnosis shouldn't mean having to say goodbye to the career you love. Being prepared is key, so here are some lesser-known symptoms that might affect your ability to work 👇

“We are in a brain health crisis.” 🧠 Neurologists Michael Okun and Ray Dorsey spoke to us about their new book, ‘The Parkinson’s Plan: A New Path to Prevention and Treatment’ and their bold new blueprint for battling the condition. Find out more here 👉 buff.ly/q8pxD3Q Image credit: @raydorseymd

Work can feel like a tricky path to navigate when you have Parkinson's, but a diagnosis shouldn't mean having to say goodbye to the career you love. Being prepared is key, so here are some lesser-known symptoms that might affect your ability to work 👇

🚨 BIG NEWS: today we launch our brand-new campaign, Welcome in the Workplace. We’re passionate that every person with Parkinson’s has the right to feel welcome and comfortable in their workplace. Click through to find out more and have your say 🔗 buff.ly/c0Nzgz1

📣 As part of our Welcome in the Workplace campaign, we need to hear from people with Parkinson's (or caregivers talking on their behalf) about their experiences : 🇬🇧 English - buff.ly/MVCarR1 🇫🇷 Français - buff.ly/2zqlW7L 🇩🇪 Deutsch - buff.ly/yUTTlRS 🇮🇹 Italiano - buff.ly/8TCtVo0

Call for Abstracts for the 7th World Parkinson Congress. #wpc2026 As the only totally inclusive global scientific conference on #Parkinsons disease, this is an incredible space to share your research with the leading researchers, clinicians, and advocates. --> wpc2026.org/callabstract

📣 As part of our Welcome in the Workplace campaign, we need to hear from people with Parkinson's (or caregivers talking on their behalf) about their experiences : 🇬🇧 English - buff.ly/MVCarR1 🇫🇷 Français - buff.ly/2zqlW7L 🇩🇪 Deutsch - buff.ly/yUTTlRS 🇮🇹 Italiano - buff.ly/8TCtVo0

We have 3 copies of ‘The Parkinson’s Plan: A New Path to Prevention and Treatment’ by Ray Dorsey and Michael S. Okun, to give away. Email [email protected] with the subject ‘The Parkinson’s Plan giveaway’ – including your name & postal address, before midnight on 11/10/25. buff.ly/v3Ns06M

I was honoured to be invited to give a presentation on the Arts & Parkinson’s for @neurohumanitiesn.bsky.social They asked great questions. Here’s a section from my talk. @parkinsondotorg.bsky.social @parkinsons.org.uk @parkinsonseurope.bsky.social @parkinsoncanada.bsky.social @clausdnk.bsky.social

We all know how important keeping active is for our physical and mental health, but walking can come with its challenges for people with Parkinson’s. Read our tips on how to keep moving when you have Parkinson’s, approved by our President and experienced physio, Josefa Domingos. buff.ly/nZBvYsB

Great news! The Cure Parkinson’s Trust and Alzheimer’s Research UK are working together to develop new treatments to benefit those living with Parkinson’s and dementia. It’s a hugely positive collaboration, focusing on promising new drugs that could benefit both conditions. 👉 buff.ly/n9VXk2O

Looking for a great read? We’ve rounded up some of the best new releases about Parkinson’s – from inspirational memoirs to invaluable advice, it’s all here. We’d also love to hear about any Parkinson books you’ve enjoyed and would recommend! Check out the list here: buff.ly/PNIIBqQ

Let’s talk apps. 📱 Do you use any apps for any aspects of Parkinson’s, whether that’s symptom tracking, cognitive fitness or something completely different? We’d love to hear which ones you use and if you’d recommend them to other people with Parkinson’s. Share your thoughts in the comments. ✍️

Some news: After nearly seven years in the role, Russell Patten has decided to step down as Director General of Parkinson's Europe at the end of the year. Read this thread for more details and a statement from Russell. 👇 🧵 #Parkinsons #Parkinson 1/3

Let’s talk apps. 📱 Do you use any apps for any aspects of Parkinson’s, whether that’s symptom tracking, cognitive fitness or something completely different? We’d love to hear which ones you use and if you’d recommend them to other people with Parkinson’s. Share your thoughts in the comments. ✍️

Odysseas Oikonomou is a Greek artist 🇬🇷 with Parkinson's, who creates mesmerising life-like paintings. We spoke to Odysseas about what painting means to him, how his diagnosis has affected his passion and why you should never stop doing what you love 🎨 Read his story here 👉 buff.ly/XShB6LC

It was an honour sharing tips on using therapeutic mime for people with Parkinson's & how I use arts to educate and raise awareness of PD for the Neurohumanities Network. Check it out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeSy... @parkinsonseurope.bsky.social @parkinsons.org.uk @parkinsoncanada.bsky.social

🚨 Good news alert! A new Europe-wide project has been launched to help people with Parkinson's form new neural connections through table tennis. The SWAN initiative aims to raise awareness and create a table table curriculum for people with Parkinson's. 🏓 👉 Find out more : buff.ly/C14B5Hd

Here’s my latest illustration depicting people with Parkinson’s who do not have a Caregiver - or - the means to hire one. @parkinsonseurope.bsky.social @parkinsons.org.uk @parkinsondotorg.bsky.social @parkinsoncanada.bsky.social

👨‍🍳 👩‍🍳 What better way to celebrate 10 years of Parkinson's Life than with our favourite – and seriously delicious – Parkinson's-friendly recipes? From protein-packed soups to zingy Thai-inspired fishcakes, we share our top 10 recipes you're going to want to add to your meal planner! buff.ly/AVEJTgx

Physiotherapy is a key part of managing many symptoms of Parkinson's, but if you haven't visited one before, you might not know what to expect. 👉 Read our tips on making the most of your physio appointment – approved by physiotherapist and our President, Josefa Domingos buff.ly/3NcYinJ

Struggling with lunch inspiration? This delicious, healthy salmon recipe is the perfect Parkinson's-friendly meal idea for a sunny day. Easy to chew, simple to make and packed with heart-protective fats, it's definitely one to try out this summer. Click here for the full recipe buff.ly/A7pNuuY

Struggling with lunch inspiration? This delicious, healthy salmon recipe is the perfect Parkinson's-friendly meal idea for a sunny day. Easy to chew, simple to make and packed with heart-protective fats, it's definitely one to try out this summer. Click here for the full recipe buff.ly/A7pNuuY

🚨 News: a recent study has found that some dopamine agonist medications can cause impulse control disorder in people with Parkinson’s. As a result of the findings by scientists, the recommendations for treating Parkinson’s symptoms in Norway have changed. 👉 Read about it here buff.ly/VLvNdZs

Jordi has his sights set on the LA 2028 Paralympics. 🧗 Madrid-based rock climber Jordi hasn't let a diagnosis of YOPD hold him back. We spoke to Jordi about his career as a physiotherapist, his work with the Madrid Parkinson's Association and his Paralympic dream. Go Jordi! 🇪🇸 buff.ly/SnRfXEm

Our Strategic Director Amelia is excited to be presenting at the Patient Empowerment World Congress in London this September! Find out more about the congress here: buff.ly/Nhvbmf4 #PatientEmpowerment25

Calling all jet setters ✈️ We're excited to add 3 new translations to our Parkinson's Passport, bringing the total to 9! You can now download a free copy of the Passport in Czech, Polish and Dutch, to have a record of all essential medical information when travelling. 👉 buff.ly/ebChJ8B

Calling all jet setters ✈️ We're excited to add 3 new translations to our Parkinson's Passport, bringing the total to 9! You can now download a free copy of the Passport in Czech, Polish and Dutch, to have a record of all essential medical information when travelling. 👉 buff.ly/ebChJ8B

Author and campaigner Timo Montonen is well versed in travelling with Parkinson's. 👉 Here are his top tips: buff.ly/xPsoINM 👉 Travelling this year? Download our Parkinson's Passport in SIX languages: buff.ly/LNscgR3 #Parkinsons #Parkinson

Inclusion is key when it comes to clinical trials. Latest EMA guidelines recommend that pregnant and breastfeeding people be included in these trials in the future – news many parents with Parkinson's will welcome. It's open for consultation, so have your say here ✍️ buff.ly/0PzYiui

The inspiring May May Ali, daughter of the legendary Mohammed Ali, is one of many inspiring women in the Parkinson's community. As we celebrate 10 years of Parkinson’s Life, we look back at the trailblazing women who have made a difference over the past decade. Read here 👉 buff.ly/QtVwSqx

Our Strategic Director Amelia is excited to be presenting at the Patient Empowerment World Congress in London this September! Find out more about the congress here: buff.ly/Nhvbmf4 #PatientEmpowerment25

🏖️ As we have a small team at Parkinson's Europe, we reduce our activities during August to allow our staff to take summer holidays. We're still here - please just allow a little extra time for us to respond to your messages. #Parkinsons #Parkinson

"We need more support for the YOPD community." We spoke to the inspiring Pawel Kaczmarek about living with young-onset Parkinson's and his work as an advocate for the YOPD community in Poland. 👉 Read more – buff.ly/vH64mIC #Parkinsons #Parkinson #YOPD #ParkinsonsPoland

🗒️Nouvelle publication à retrouver dans @geriatriesfr.bsky.social (Vol 27 - N° 235 - juin 2025): "Maladie de #Parkinson, démarche #palliative et accompagnement de fin de vie : spécificités et bonnes pratiques" ➡️ geriatries.fr/maladie-de-p... @parkinsonseurope.bsky.social

Remembering Ozzy Osbourne 🖤 1948-2025 Our team at Parkinson's Europe are deeply saddened by the passing of music legend and Parkinson's advocate Ozzy Osbourne. 👉 Read about his extraordinary music career with Black Sabbath and his life with Parkinson's: buff.ly/7eyMHut #Parkinsons #Parkinson

Remembering Ozzy Osbourne 🖤 1948-2025 Our team at Parkinson's Europe are deeply saddened by the passing of music legend and Parkinson's advocate Ozzy Osbourne. 👉 Read about his extraordinary music career with Black Sabbath and his life with Parkinson's: buff.ly/7eyMHut #Parkinsons #Parkinson

Today is World Brain Day 🧠 As Parkinson's progresses, more areas of the brain are affected. Let's use today to help make a difference. Get involved and sign our pledge for improved healthcare services for people with Parkinson's in Europe here ✍️ 👉 buff.ly/ziIN1jf . . . #WBD2025 #WorldBrainDay

#WorldBrainDay - There are many gaps in the European #Healthcare systems for rare neurological diseases - but if you could change only #OneThing to make it better, what would you choose? Find out what our clinicians, patient advocates and patient organizations would do!

Today is World Brain Day 🧠 As Parkinson's progresses, more areas of the brain are affected. Let's use today to help make a difference. Get involved and sign our pledge for improved healthcare services for people with Parkinson's in Europe here ✍️ 👉 buff.ly/ziIN1jf . . . #WBD2025 #WorldBrainDay

Help Fill the Caregivers Gap. Tell Your Story. Raise awareness of the growing need for caregivers for those without this support. @parkinsoncanada.bsky.social @parkinsonseurope.bsky.social @parkinsondotorg.bsky.social @parkinsons.org.uk

The more active you are, the easier it is to manage your Parkinson's symptoms. But some symptoms - like rigidity, anxiety and risk of falls - can make exercise daunting. 👉 Read our top tips on how to exercise safely with Parkinson's: buff.ly/5BHF8QB #Parkinsons #Parkinson

🚨 Quick! Just 2K signatures are needed to reach 100K & ensure the #ParkyCharter is debated in UK Parliament. 👉 The brilliant @rorycj.bsky.social explains why this petition is so important - and where you can sign: buff.ly/1QknN3M #Parkinson #Parkinsons

Happy anniversary to Parkinson's Life magazine! 🎂 Since 2015, we've shared thousands of stories from the Parkinson's community, and we want to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who has been a part of it. ❤️ We'll be sharing some of our favourite stories from the past decade soon. #Parkinsons

Great to see our Board member Elisabeth Ildal being interviewed on Danish TV about Parkinson's and table tennis! Watch here: buff.ly/gxE9VYM #Parkinsons #Parkinson

Sadly, OFF periods in Parkinson's can be unpredictable. In this video, people living with #Parkinsons talk about what this means to them. 👉 Learn more: buff.ly/99UZuNR In partnership with Bial This video represents the individuals' personal experiences and is not a substitute for medical advice

Did you know that up to 9 out of 10 people with Parkinson's struggle with speech problems? 🗣️ We spoke to Veronica Clark - a speech therapist specialising in Parkinson's - about six ways that speech therapy can help. 👉 Find out more: buff.ly/sdnu6ou #Parkinsons #Parkinson