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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 23h

We need a diverse range of people to volunteer for clinical trials into Parkinson's; this is the only way we will find a cure." - Helen Matthews, CEO, Cure Parkinson's (2/2)

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Mainstay Parkinson's Medication Sometimes "Wears Off" Faster for Women

Levodopa, which helps with the movement symptoms of Parkinson’s, tends to work less well over time, especially for women.

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 23h

"We know that women are underrepresented in Parkinson’s research, and our lack of understanding of sex and gender differences means people with Parkinson’s are not receiving the highest quality of care possible. (1/2)

Mainstay Parkinson's Medication Sometimes "Wears Off" Faster for Women

Levodopa, which helps with the movement symptoms of Parkinson’s, tends to work less well over time, especially for women.

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 1d

Join our Q&A session on Thursday 16 October at 10am BST as part of our £2 million funding call for testing combination therapies for Parkinson’s. Register to get an overview of the types of combinations and the opportunity to ask questions: buff.ly/cRfvDrw

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Parkinson's Europe @parkinsonseurope.bsky.social · 10d

📣 Your opinion counts.

There's just under 2 weeks left to have your say in our survey about working with Parkinson's. We'd love to hear about your experiences.

🇬🇧 English - buff.ly/MVCarR1
🇫🇷 Français - buff.ly/2zqlW7L
🇩🇪 Deutsch - buff.ly/yUTTlRS
🇮🇹 Italiano - buff.ly/8TCtVo0

Two weeks left: have your say in our work & Parkinson's survey

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The Science of Parkinson's @scienceofpd.bsky.social · 8d

Very excited about this - @cureparkinsons.org.uk has a funding call for your best combination therapy ideas for disease modification in #Parkinsons
👉Preclinical or clinical projects
👉Must have a solid, well-backed rationale
👉Expressions of interest due 24/11
DM me if you have any questions

Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 9d

Cure Parkinson’s is excited to announce that we are now accepting expressions of interest for our new £2 million funding call to encourage the testing of combination therapies for Parkinson’s until 24 November.

Find out more: buff.ly/PowBxQZ

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 2d

What unites music legends Pete Townshend, Leo Sayer, Hank Marvin and Marcella Detroit? All have lent their talents to the star-studded album ‘Think Loud 4 Parkinson’s’! Order your vinyl or CD now! All profits will go directly to Cure Parkinson’s. Buy now: buff.ly/TMjKADo

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 5d

A new documentary looking back on the last six years in the life of legendary rock artist Ozzy Osbourne, who lived with Parkinson’s, will be available on 7 October. The documentary also covers the epic farewell concert Back To The Beginning which raised funds for Cure Parkinson's: buff.ly/wNbs90G

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Parkinson's Europe @parkinsonseurope.bsky.social · 6d

Great news! ❤️ Back in June we wrote about @cureparkinsons.org.uk's walking challenge to fundraise & celebrate their 20th anniversary. We've just heard these walking challenges have now raised over £39,500 for #Parkinsons research! 🙌 Find out more about this brilliant campaign: buff.ly/mA4WUpX

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 6d

Huge congratulations to The Movers & Shakers for winning the Impact Award at the British Podcast Awards! Well deserved for the incredible impact of the Parky Charter for the Parkinson's community.

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 6d

445 miles cycled. 14 incredible cyclists. £30k raised. One life-changing adventure. 🚲
In September, a group of supporters took on the Celtic Challenge – sharing laughter and forging new friendships as they cycled throughout Ireland over a week. Read about their journey: buff.ly/4MOtQzp

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 8d

Only three weeks to go until our ‘Comedy for Cure’ evening!

The event is being held at Bloomsbury Theatre in aid of Cure Parkinson’s on Wednesday 22 October. Performers include Romesh Ranganathan and our patron Paul Mayhew-Archer! Buy your ticket now: buff.ly/FVvuTDB

Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 9d

Cure Parkinson’s is excited to announce that we are now accepting expressions of interest for our new £2 million funding call to encourage the testing of combination therapies for Parkinson’s until 24 November.

Find out more: buff.ly/PowBxQZ

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 9d

A massive thank you to everyone who took part in our London Walk To Cure Parkinson's yesterday! It was incredible to see supporters old and new come together to mark our 20th anniversary, while walking across the city to raise funds for a cure.

See some highlights below🧡💙

Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 9d

We’re looking for a new Research Engagement Manager! This role will ensure that the experience and perspective of people with Parkinson’s are embedded across our research activities. The application deadline is 11:30pm on Tuesday 21 October. Learn more: buff.ly/hcjXMtb

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The Science of Parkinson's @scienceofpd.bsky.social · 11d

Last chance to get your application in (1 page expression of interest letter & 2 page CV) to join the @cureparkinsons.org.uk Research Committee - 4x meetings per year (3 virtual & 1 in person, with nice dinner afterwards!) evaluating grant applications for disease modifying in #Parkinsons

Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 17d

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

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 12d

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.

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 13d

The 10km route from Bermondsey (St Joseph’s RC Primary, SE16 4UP) will start at 12pm. Registration will open 1 hour before start times and there will be warm-ups 30 minutes before everyone starts the challenge!

Email [email protected] or call 0207 487 3892 to learn more. (2/2)

Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 13d

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)

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 15d

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

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 17d

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

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 19d

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

Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 20d

"Being a member of the Association of Medical Research Charities (@amrc-uk.bsky.social) means we along with the other 147 members have more voice and our collective research spend was £1.6 billion between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025." - Helen Matthews CEO Cure Parkinson’s (4/4)

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 20d

"Since 2005, Cure Parkinson's has committed more than £25m of funding for Parkinson's research, into over 80 separate research projects." (3/4)

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 20d

"Specifically the report recognises the importance of non-commercial funding, such as that from Cure Parkinson's, in repurposing drugs and for Multi-Arm, Multi-Stage platform trials." (2/4)

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Cure Parkinson's @cureparkinsons.org.uk · 20d

"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)

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