Parkinson's disease

Billy Joel has cancelled all his tour dates as he undergoes treatment for NPH - a brain disorder that affects those over 65.

Billy Joel cancels tour dates as he undergoes brain disorder treatment

Simon at the finish line after completing his challenge.

Man completes epic 366 consecutive day running challenge covering 2,920km

Simon Williamson and Caroline Rassell, CEO of Parkinson's UK

“I run with a new person every day”: The epic 366-day challenge raising thousand...

John Stapleton's son, Nick, has spoken of his struggles following the diagnosis

Parkinson's disease: signs and symptoms to look out for

Tributes to Neil Shadwick who died after a robbery in Stroud Tesco Superstore Carpark.

Disabled man froze to death after cruel mobility scooter robbery

Antony Rose, from Lovedean, has Parkinson's disease. He is aiming to complete four 50 mile running races in 2023 to fundraise for Cure Parkinson's.
Antony in training for the '50 mile slam'

Runner with Parkinson's is on course to complete mammoth fundraising challenge

Michael J. Fox (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for ReedPop)

Michael J. Fox falls on stage as Parkinson’s battle ‘gets harder’

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Parkinsons - thousands could develop disease due to common chemical

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New imaging camera at QA Hospital will help improve patient experience

Michael J Fox shuts down idea of a Back to the Future reboot

A Kremlin spokesman has denied that Putin is using body doubles after health concerns

Putin spokesperson claims Russian president ‘doesn’t use body double’

The estate of Star Wars ‘Boba Fett’ actor Jeremy Bulloch is up for auction - including the character’s wearable helmet.

Star Wars ‘Boba Fett’ actor’s estate going up for auction

Sharon Osbourne’s tribute to Ozzy after he cancels tour and retires

Ian Parmiter in his exhibition at Art Space in Brougham Road. Picture: Mike Cooter (081022)

How Ian Parmiter's art helps highlight mental health and living with Parkinson's

Jill Miller in Buckland

‘Florence Nightingale of Buckland’ who once escorted Princess Diana has died

Ian Parmiter in his exhibition at Art Space in Brougham Road. Picture: Mike Cooter (081022)

8 poignant photos from Ian Parmiter Southsea art exhibition
ARTIST and musician Ian Parmiter pursues his creative passion to keep himself grounded and strong.
Freddie Webb

How to watch Paxman: Putting Up with Parkinson’s on ITV

Jeremy Paxman is a familiar face on UK TV (Photo: Getty)

Jeremy Paxman steps down as BBC University Challenge host

Collector Neil Browning of Waterlooville has written a book in memory of his late wife, which includes a selection of poems and lymerics which he hopes to get published. Photos by Alex Shute

Waterlooville man's love of words and laughter supported him through grief

The widow of a former Portsmouth arts pioneer has had her childhood come to life in a private audio biography. Picture: Carole Carrell

Audio biography tells lives of widow and former arts pioneer

The Positively Parkinson's team who will be swimming from Gosport to the Isle of Wight. Picture: Cure Parkinson's

Selfless fundraisers to swim from Gosport to the Isle of Wight

The Provincial Society Bus Rally at Stokes Bay in Gosport.

Charity fundraisers, bus cavalcades, vintage boats and a new 'Unknown Tommy'

Alan Freeman and Sharon Sparrow at Broadway Bake and Sandwich Bar

Community fun day in Gosport will raise funds for Parkinson’s disease

Scientists may have developed a quick and easy swab test for Parkinson’s disease - inspired by a woman who can identify it by smell (Photo: Shutterstock)

Scientists may have developed a quick and easy swab test for Parkinson’s disease...

Dave Morton with his debut novel The Lost Treasure of Blackbeard

Former Pompey player struck down with Parkinson's at 46 releases debut novel

Kobe Brown, 7, is running a mile a day to raise money for Parkinson's UK because his grandad has the neurological condition. Pictured: Kobe with grandad John Manning, 73

Grandson running 1 mile each day for Parkinson's UK

Fish swimming through a simple maze has shown exceptional potential to improve progress in developing treatments for brain and psychiatric disorders, including Alzheimers disease, Parkinsons disease, schizophrenia, substance abuse, autism, depression and anxiety.

Dr Matt Parker, at the University of Portsmouth, leads a team looking at zebrafish.

New hope for Alzheimer's treatment thanks to fish maze test
A TEST of fish behaviour in a maze has provided new hope for treatments of brain disorders.
Millie Salkeld

Lily Barnett, 97, has vowed to walk up and down the corridor outside her flat at Lee-on-Solent all in aid of Help For Heroes

Pensioner, 97, tackles 'marathon' to help wounded military heroes

People with weaker immune systems and long-term illnesses are most at risk of coronavirus (Photo: Shutterstock)

NHS release new official guidance for asthma sufferers amid the coronavirus outb...

This is how long it takes for someone with Coronavirus to start showing symptoms

Dogs are being trained to sniff out coronavirus - here’s how it works

Mother’s Day may be a little different this year, with the government urging people to implement social distancing and avoid bars and restaurants (Photo: Shutterstock)

12 indoor ideas for Mother’s Day 2020 amid coronavirus outbreak

This is what you need to know about how coronavirus affects those with MND (Photo: Shutterstock)

Are people with motor neurone disease at a higher risk of coronavirus? Here’s wh...

Keira Clayton and her son Oscar

'I heard the word cancer and I thought my son was going to die'

Ozzy Osbourne has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Picture: OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images

Ozzy Osbourne reveals he has Parkinson's disease

Mark Green is supported by his wife Carolyn. Picture: Vernon Nash (161119-004)

Hayling musician determined to fight Parkinson's will appear on stage at Island ...

Veronica Gaoua (72) from Warsash, had her hair shaved on Tuesday, July 23. Picture: Sarah Standing (230719-2233)

Cancer survivor, 72, shaves her head in aid of Parkinson's group that supported ...

Veronica Gaoua (72) from Warsash, had her hair shaved on Tuesday, July 23. Picture: Sarah Standing (230719-2233)

Cancer survivor, 72, shaves her head in aid of Parkinson's group that supported ...

The Rainbow Centre needs to raise 100,000 by the end of August Picture: Malcolm Wells (19063-1226)

Fareham charity cancels proms event amid ongoing funding crisis

The Rainbow Centre needs to raise £100,000 by the end of August Picture: Malcolm Wells (19063-1226)

Fareham charity cancels proms event amid ongoing funding crisis

The Rainbow Centre needs to raise 100,000 by the end of August Picture: Malcolm Wells (19063-1226)

The Rainbow Centre in Fareham needs to raise £50,000 to ensure survival

The Rainbow Centre needs to raise £100,000 by the end of August Picture: Malcolm Wells (19063-1226)

Charity which provides life-changing therapies for children needs £50,000 to kee...

Shaun Udal. Picture by Steve Reid (062629-34)

Former Hampshire, Middlesex and England spinner Shaun Udal diagnosed with Parkin...

Shaun Udal. Picture by Steve Reid (062629-34)

Former Hampshire, Middlesex and England spinner Shaun Udal diagnosed with Parkin...

Billy Connolly. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

Sir Billy Connolly admits he is '˜near the end' and life is '˜slipping away' in ...

Emma Barton

South Parade Pier music festival thisÂ weekend will see Eastenders star as speci...

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Naval base steps in to support charities over Easter season

Veteran musician Neil Diamond has announced that he will no longer be performing live (Photo: Shutterstock)

Neil Diamond retires from touring due to Parkinson's disease

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Why some people feel groggy after undergoing general anaesthetic

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Caffeine level in blood may help diagnose people with Parkinson's disease

Three or four cups of coffee a day does you more good than harm

Rainbow Centre chief executive Lara Bull, back left, Mike Wilks and back right, his wife Kay, with staff and pupils

Masonic boost for Rainbow Centre in Fareham

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Vote for Rainbow Centre, in Fareham, to win Â£25,000

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Fareham centre to hold range of fundraisers this month

Gosport MP Caroline Dinenage

MP shows her support for awareness week

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