Parkinsons In The News
Parkinsons receives a lot of press coverage whether it be potential breakthrough cures or the latest celebrity to be struck down with the condition. This page gathers all that information as / when it appears.
Cough Syrup Can Slow Parkinsons
Published in the Daily Mirror March 2023
A simple cough medicine could provide doctors with a major breakthrough in the treatment of Parkinsons.
The over-the-counter drug Ambroxol has been shown to "slow, stop and reverse" the progression of the movement disorder.
Full story - cough-medicine-unexpected-treatment-parkinsons-29255721
Breakthrough pill for Parkinsons could treat the disease early
Published in The Daily Mail 17th July 2023, a daily capsule could treat Parkinsons disease early and relieve symptoms - for full story click he link
www.dailymail..co.uk/health/article-12307599/Breakthrough-pill-Parkinsons'treat-disease-early-relieve-symptoms
Justin Currie lead vocalist with Del Amitri reveals Parkinson diagnosis.
Appearing on BBC Breakfast on the 26th August 2025 the, the singer spoke about his life living with Parkinsons.
Addenbrookes test Charco
Wednesday 19th April - broadcast 6pm ITV
The body worn button is being tested at Addenbrookes hospital in Cambridge and delivers vibrations that aim to stop unwanted movement.