Parkinson's disease

Last Updated: 08/10/2024

Increase your understanding about Parkinson’s disease, the symptoms and statistics over the number of people affected in the UK. Find out more about how the activities the RCN’s Neuroscience forum has been undertaking relating to the condition.

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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

What will this resource give me?

general overview of Parkinson’s disease and other forms of the condition
common symptoms of Parkinson’s disease for motor and non motor symptoms
treatment options for Parkinson's disease
RCN Neuroscience Forum activities related to Parkinson’s disease.

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2 Aug 2019

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Jonathan Beebee

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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

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Last Updated: 08/10/2024