'Rehabilitation could and should be the backbone of the NHS....

'These services have been undervalued and under-funded for years, which has created more dependence on emergency services and on social care, which is now on its knees.'

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3/ Compared to other major neurological disorders (eg Alzheimer, ALS, stroke, MS), #Parkinson is world's fastest growing neurodegenerative condition across all measures. Action needed to prevent this growth by removing environmental neurotoxins & promoting a healthier lifestyle.

We would love to hear from you - Time to have your say, and get involved in this project. Thank you to those who have completed this so far but we would really appreciate another 20 responses. Katherine Baker Rosie Morris Julia Das Beccy Oliver Dr Sophia Hulbert Fiona Lindop MBE

1/ The Global Burden of Disease study came out with a new report on global burden of neurological disorders - estimates that 11.8 million people have #Parkinson in 2021 (up from ~6.1-6.3 million for ~2016). This growth far exceeds previous estimates.
 
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The Parkinson's UK Research Support Network connects people who want to stay up to date with Parkinson’s research.
Read how Parkinson’s Nurse Consultant, Annette Hand, uses the Network to get her patients involved in research, and improve clinical practice👉bit.ly/4bJD0xt

This a superb opportunity for folks out there to get involved and shape the future direction of health service provision for the Parkinson's community.
Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Royal College of Occupational Therapists British Dietetic Association RCSLT 💙 Parkinson's Excellence Network @ParkinsonENEx

There are so many reasons why participating in research is such a valuable thing to do. Why not catch up on some of our podcasts and find out some of the incredible work being done towards finding better treatments & a cure for #Parkinsons . Listen at: nosprigpod.podbean.com.

Delighted to see this on twitter this morning. Great to see Bhanu Ramaswamy OBE amazing work with the Parkinson's community getting this fantastic recognition Parkinson's Excellence Network Parkinson's Excellence NetworkEx Parkinson's UK

Amid the excitement of the major incident simulation yesterday we welcomed Neil Gray MSP Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social care onto campus to experience the event for himself. RGU Health Sciences School of Nursing Midwifery and Paramedic Practice RGUParamedics Clinical Skills RGU Robert Gordon University (RGU)
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Thank you Richelle Flanagan 💚💚💚💚 it was a real pleasure to have you on the pod. Diet is such a big topic, and an area that so many people are interested in. So much to discuss in this, I feel a part two maybe required. North of Scotland Parkinsons Research Interest Grp Parkinson's UK Scotland British Dietetic Association

These figures really highlight the need for greater access to specialist, and tailored rehabilitation to ensure that people with MS receive the services they require. Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Royal College of Occupational Therapists CSP Scottish Board

Thank you to everyone to took part in our survey looking what PwP think the key knowledge, skills, & attributes of a Parkinson's Physio should be. We had over 100 responses. Thank you for your time & comments. Parkinson's UK Scotland RGU Health Sciences ParkinsonsENEx

Delighted to be down at the Neurology Academy today talking about the importance of patient and public involvement in research, challenges and rewards of Parkinson's research and clinical trials update. Parkinson's Excellence Network RGU Health Sciences Robert Gordon University (RGU)

Delighted to share the Complete University Guide rankings for the Physiotherapy programme at RGU. Congratulations to the RGU Physiotherapy Team for this recognition. Thank you to all our Staff, Practice Educators, Managers, and volunteer patients for your continued support. Robert Gordon University (RGU)

Come & join us for the North of Scotland Parkinson's Excellence Network meeting -19th June 1pm. Open to all health professions working with Parkinson's in the north of Scotland. In person & online. NHS Grampian NHS Highland Parkinson's Excellence Network Parkinson's UK Scotland
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You wont be disappointed folks, this is great pod covering the complexity of diet in Parkinson's. Thank you Parkinson's UK Scotland for promoting the North of Scotland Parkinsons Research Interest Grp pod

In honour of #InternationalNursesDay we spoke with a few neurology specialist nurses to hear their thoughts on their role, and its value, both from their own perspective and that of their patients. Watch the full video on our website: eu1.hubs.ly/H092VWc0

#IND2024 #NursesDay

This weekend is #InternationalNursesDay Parkinson's Specialist nurses are essential to the management of PwP. Massive shout out to some of my amazing PDNS colleagues from🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Nick Bryden Linda Patterson, Lorna Gilles, Shirley Catto, Kevin Bowers Parkinson's UK Scotland Parkinson's Excellence Network

Are you a PhD student or Postdoctoral Researcher working in #Parkinsons ?

If so, please complete our short survey to help us improve our Patient & Public Involvement support for Early Career Researchers👇

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Marking session at the moment. Productive day- finishing the moderation of student research projects and finished 2 pens! What a result. #academiclife