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Follow the links below to find information on Parkinson's Disease.
Updated December 2007
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Parkinson's disease and exercise
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Better Health Channel
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Regular exercise can improve some of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as tremor, rigidity, slowness and impaired movement. Consult with your doctor, physiotherapist or health care professional when devising an exercise program.
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Sep 2008
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Parkinson's disease
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Stages, symptoms, treatment, cause of Parkinson's disease.
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Jun 2008
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Media release. New program marks World Parkinson's Day
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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On 11 April, World Parkinson's Day, the Australian Government announced its support for an innovative program to train health professionals to better diagnose and treat Parkinson's disease.
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Apr 2008
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Parkinson's disease and constipation
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Better Health Channel
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Constipation is a common complication of Parkinson's disease. The nerve degeneration which is a symptom of Parkinson's disease can cause bowel muscles to become slow and stiff. Incontinence can be managed with medical treatment, extra fibre in the diet and lifestyle changes. The symptoms of constipation include: dry and difficult to pass bowel motions, feeling the need to strain on the toilet and feeling like the bowel isn't empty.
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Feb 2008
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Understanding Parkinson's
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Brainlink Foundation
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This fact sheet explains what Parkinson's is, who develops it and what we know about its cause. It describes diagnosis, symptoms, effects of the condition over time, treatments and therapies.
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Sep 2007
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Parkinson's disease and going to hospital
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Better Health Channel
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A person with Parkinson's disease who is going into hospital may worry about managing their condition throughout their stay. There are practical things you can do to prepare for a pre-planned or elective hospital admission.
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Aug 2007
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Parkinson's disease and sexual issues
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Better Health Channel
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Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects the control of body movements. A person who has Parkinson's faces many challenges, including the possibility of reduced sexual feeling and function.
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Aug 2007
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Parkinson's disease explained
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Better Health Channel
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Parkinson's affects one in 100 people over the age of 60. That's 40,000 people Australia-wide. Symptoms range from tremor, rigidity and slow movements to lethargy, masked face and sleep disturbance. Although the cause is unknown, there are treatments available including medication, surgery and multidisciplinary therapy.
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Nov 2006
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Parkinson's disease: Q & A
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myDr
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Find out all you need to know about Parkinson's disease, which affects more than 30,000 Australians, causing disturbances in initiating, controlling and co-ordinating movement.
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Mar 2006
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Parkinson's disease: dopaminergic therapy
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myDr
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Because Parkinson`s disease has been linked to a lack of dopamine, a neurotransmitter, much drug treatment has focused on dopamine replacement.
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Jul 2002
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Symptoms of Parkinson's disease
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myDr
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Although tremor and rigidity are the major symptoms we associate with Parkinson`s disease, there are a variety of other symptoms.
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Jul 2002
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Parkinson's disease patterns
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myDr
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Here are some facts and figures about the patterns of occurrence of Parkinson`s disease.
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Jul 2002
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Parkinson's disease: mental changes
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myDr
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Parkinson`s disease affects a person`s mood and mental functioning, not just their body.
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Jul 2002
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Parkinson's disease and depression
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myDr
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Many people with Parkinson`s disease experience depression as well, adding to their difficulties.
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Jul 2002
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