WAR PIGS - CHARITY VERSION. OUT TODAY. A collaboration between icons @judaspriest and @ozzyosbourne. All profits will be donated to The Glenn Tipton Parkinson’s Foundation and Cure Parkinson’s.

Only three days to go until our London Walk to Cure event! Didn’t manage to register but still want to take part? You can sign up on the day! The 20km route from Greenwich Park (Blackheath Ave (What3words//dose.sling.noon)) will set off at 10am. (1/2)

The 7th World Parkinson Congress, the global scientific conference on Parkinson’s is returning next year in Phoenix, Arizona from May 24 - 27, 2026! They’re calling for abstracts to be submitted before October 16 - find out more: buff.ly/GXEWiU1

Don’t miss your chance to join our Research Committee! We’re looking for academics, clinicians, regulatory experts or people with Parkinson’s to join our Research Committee 🔬 This role is open to applicants from the UK and Europe. Applications close on Monday 29 September. Apply now: buff.ly/Pv73A5y

The Grand Cru.saders is a new philanthropic community of wine lovers, who are supporting Cure Parkinson’s. Don't miss the chance to support their silent auction on Tuesday 23 September! Explore fantastic cases of wine, incredible experiences, artworks and more. Register now: buff.ly/JPzBW85

"We are pleased to see this report, which recognises the importance of non-commercial funding of clinical research both in improving the lives of patients and in contributing to the UK economy." (1/4)

This #WalkingWednesday, we’re highlighting a very special walking champion: Waffle, the pooch of our CEO Helen Matthews! As we gear up for our London walk, who better to take with you than your four-legged friends – who can take part for free! 🐾 Join us: buff.ly/q7OXV0c

From walking and running, to afternoon tea and a duck race, take a look at what our #FundraisingHeroes were up to in August! Find out more: buff.ly/Zid0mQk

Cure Parkinson’s and Van Andel Institute (@vai.org) are delighted to announce Dr Matt Farrer as the winner of the 2025 Tom Isaacs Award, which honours researchers who closely collaborate with the Parkinson’s community. Find out more: buff.ly/a003fQj

Congratulations to MBI researcher Dr. Matthew Farrer, winner of the 2025 Tom Isaacs Award from Cure Parkinson's and the Van Andel Institute. The annual award honors a researcher who has shown the greatest impact on the lives of people with Parkinson’s. Read more: bit.ly/46ieRNk

Leave a legacy of hope with a gift to #CureParkinsons in your Will this #RememberACharityWeek. We simply couldn’t do our vital work without this support. Find out more: buff.ly/PCx0qPN

Will you help us prioritise the most promising drugs for Parkinson’s? Donate to our new preclinical project led by Dr Heather Mortiboys at the University of Sheffield, which aims to evaluate and compare 100 drugs that have the potential to slow Parkinson’s progression. Donate now: buff.ly/tO9MOFd

There’s just over two weeks to go until our London walk on Sunday 28 September! On this #WalkingWednesday Will Cook, Chair of the Development Board for Cure Parkinson’s, encourages our supporters to take part and walk for a cure in London to mark our 20th anniversary. Join us: buff.ly/9xf4H37

We’ve been blown away by the number of people who have applied to run in the 2026 TCS London Marathon as part of #TeamCure! Our small team is aiming to allocate places by the end of September. We'll be in touch to let our applicants know the outcome, whichever way it goes. Thank you 🧡💙

Did you know 100 people in the UK leave a gift in their Will to charity every day? But what impact does that make? This #RememberACharityWeek, find out with our Great Map of Willanthropy: loom.ly/zQLtOyQ

This #RememberACharityWeek, we’re saying a heartfelt thanks to everyone who is considering or has chosen to leave a gift to Cure Parkinson's in their Will. Your kindness helps us give millions of people the gift of hope for a future free from Parkinson’s. Leave a gift: buff.ly/PCx0qPN

Our incredible #CelticChallenge cyclists set off on their challenge today! 🚲 Wish them all the luck as they set off for their beautiful 445-mile cycle throughout Ireland. We have no doubt it will be an incredible adventure! Donate to the challenge here: buff.ly/95gdfKs

100 drugs evaluated. Two years of research. One ambitious project. 🔬 We’re launching a new preclinical project to investigate drugs with the potential to slow Parkinson’s progression. Donate now to help us prioritise the most promising drugs for Parkinson’s: buff.ly/tO9MOFd

General places for London's Hackney Half Marathon may be sold out, but you can still be on the start line by applying for a charity place! Taking place on 17 May 2026, the race is the highlight of London’s running calendar. Join Team Cure: buff.ly/tzy0aO9

This #WalkingWednesday, we hear from our former colleague Thersea, who worked for Cure Parkinson’s for 14 years. Last week, Thersea and a group of other supporters walked 20km from Dover to Deal. Join Team Cure on Sunday 28 September for our London walk: buff.ly/9xf4H37

🚨 Ground-breaking collaborations, colourful corporate partnerships & celebrity charity shop surprise...what more could you want for some summer holiday listening? @alzheimersresearchuk.org @cureparkinsons.org.uk 🎧 LISTEN NOW: pod.fo/e/3097de #TheCharityShow #ThirdSector #CharityPartnerships

We're looking for new members of our Research Committee 🔬 Are you an academic, clinician, regulatory expert or person with Parkinson’s? Join our Research Committee and help make funding recommendations and contribute to the development of our Research Strategy. Learn how to apply: buff.ly/36sIR2V

Only one week to go until Rallying to the Challenge! The meeting explores how the Parkinson’s community can impact and accelerate research. Held in partnership with @vai.org, this year’s theme is ‘Waste Disposal Systems in Parkinson’s.’ Learn more: buff.ly/MCPb3kS

We’re prioritising the most promising drugs for Parkinson’s – but we need your help. Our new preclinical project will be investigating 100 drugs that have been evaluated by our iLCT committee to help progress their development. Donate now: buff.ly/moBMbVZ

We’re hiring! Take a look at the job opportunities currently on offer at #CureParkinsons: 🧡 Data and Insights Manager 💙 Fundraising Volunteer Find out more and apply at: buff.ly/BzNkupI

Join us at Rallying to the Challenge on 9-10 September! The theme of this year’s meeting will be ‘Waste Disposal Systems in Parkinson’s’, and will take place at the Van Andel Institute, Michigan, USA. Attend in person or join virtually: buff.ly/8oJn6YG

We’re offering 20% off all registration fees when you sign up to fundraise for our Walk to cure Parkinson's event in London on Sunday 28 September. Enter the code ‘AUGUST 20’ at checkout when purchasing places. The sale will close on Thursday 28 August at 11:45 pm. Join us: buff.ly/oETLZVU

Will you help accelerate our search for a cure? We’re funding a two-year research project led by Dr Heather Mortiboys at the University of Sheffield, which will evaluate 100 drugs that have the potential to slow Parkinson’s progression. Donate now: buff.ly/moBMbVZ

This #WalkingWednesday, our trustee Lyndsey Isaacs, who was married to the late Tom Isaacs, co-founder of the charity, shares why she’s taking part in our #walktocure campaign. Feeling inspired? Join us on Sunday 28 September for our London Walk! Join us: buff.ly/Km0q58C

Don’t forget to nominate someone for our annual Tom Isaacs Award! Help us recognise a researcher or clinician who has had a positive impact on the lives of people with Parkinson’s. Nominations close on Friday 22 August. Find out more: buff.ly/Oc8ZSvw

We are seeking to progress research involving combination therapies as a potential method for Parkinson’s progression. We will be opening a £2 million funding call in October 2025 to encourage testing of combination therapies for Parkinson’s. Read more: buff.ly/1ym0hIw

Book your place for ‘Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s: The next steps’, our latest webinar taking place on Wednesday 24 September at 5:00 pm BST. Register now: buff.ly/pg83C9B

It’s #AfternoonTeaWeek, which means there’s no better time to put the kettle on and host a #TimeforTea afternoon! 🫖 Gather your friends and family round in the sunshine for some tea and cake and help raise funds for Cure Parkinson’s. 🍰 Find out more: buff.ly/P0SMD8u

open.substack.com/pub/rorycell... The wonderful Jagdeep Aujla is the final Parky Portrait in the #MoversAndShakers mini series. Just five years since his diagnosis he’s climbed Kilimanjaro, started the Dopamine Warriors Boxing Club and campaigned to get more ethnic minorities in clinical trials

From walking the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to cycling from Wales to Kent, in July, many of our Fundraising Heroes took advantage of the summer sunshine to get outside and take on some incredible challenges for us. ☀️ Take a look at what they got up to: buff.ly/psKK7nR

'Voyage for a Cure' recounts David Temple’s remarkable journey sailing around Britain in four weeks to raise funds and awareness for Parkinson’s. ⛵ All proceeds from the book go towards Cure Parkinson’s. Buy a copy now: buff.ly/7IySS1u

In today's #WalkingWednesday post, we hear from Ed Fitzgerald, who lives with Parkinson's. Ed shares why he's joining our London #walktocure event on Sunday 28 September. Join us: buff.ly/oETLZVU

Do you have a place in the 2025 Hackney Half? Why not fundraise for Cure Parkinson’s! There is no minimum sponsorship target and we’ll provide you with fantastic fundraising support. Join us and fundraise for a cure 🏃: buff.ly/C0B7ybc

Dr Simon Scott, Director of Research at Cure Parkinson’s spoke to The Sun last week about common signs of Parkinson's. Read more below:

Apply for a place with Cure Parkinson's for the 2026 London to Brighton Bike Ride! 🚴 The 54-mile cycle will take you through London to the beautiful countryside of the South Downs, all the way to Brighton’s seafront. Join us and help cycle for a cure: buff.ly/YMnKpW4

Our trustee Alison Anderson features on the latest episode of the Movers & Shakers podcast, discussing her remarkable 4,500-mile cycling expedition across America to raise funds for Cure Parkinson’s. Listen now: buff.ly/hkQ06Hk

We’re offering 20% off all registration fees when you sign up to fundraise for our Walk to cure Parkinson's event in London on Sunday 28 September. Enter the code ‘SUMMER20’ at checkout when purchasing places. The sale will close on Sunday 3 August. Join now: buff.ly/oETLZVU

Join the Kiltwalk challenge in support of Cure Parkinson’s! Team up with your family and friends and together, explore the streets of Dundee or Aberdeen while raising vital funds and awareness of Parkinson’s research. Find out how to get involved: buff.ly/YoLFblc

The results of a phase 2 clinical trial of ambroxol – a cough medicine - in Canada for people with Parkinson’s dementia were published recently, finding it was safe and tolerable when taken by participants. Find out more about the study: buff.ly/XI7RUGR

open.substack.com/pub/rorycell... This week’s episode of @moversand.bsky.social is a Parky Profile of the remarkable Alison Anderson, also known as the Cyclopath. 10 years after her Parkinson’s diagnosis she’s taken on her biggest challenge so far - cycling coast to coast across the United States.

A paper from the East London Parkinson’s Disease Project (ELPD) has been published, an initiative which seeks to determine whether there are differences in the clinical presentations of Parkinson’s within people from diverse ethnic backgrounds. Read more: buff.ly/smpS3uu

On this #WalkingWednesday, Will Cook, Chair of the Development Board for Cure Parkinson’s, shares his experience walking from Cape Cornwall to Land’s End. Feeling inspired? Join us for one of our #walktocure events in 2025: buff.ly/gqt5SoU

Please see a statement below from Helen Matthews, CEO of Cure Parkinson’s, regarding the sad passing of Ozzy Osbourne. 📷: Ross Haflin

Nice editorial in the Lancet Neurology on accelerating the path towards a cure for #Parkinsons - the MJFF "Targets to Therapies" (T2T) initiative gets a mention, as does the new @alzheimersresearchuk.org & @cureparkinsons.org.uk collaboration - lots of activities www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

open.substack.com/pub/rorycell... people from the Parkinson’s community and beyond did wonderful creative work to get 100000 signatures on the #parkypetition - and Gillian Lacey-Solymar herself a source of boundless creativity invited some of them to a party in her garden