Cristian, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2022, creates remarkable photographic art, from mesmerising cityscapes to deeply moving portraits. Our team was immediately inspired by both his talent and his story. 2/5

🚨 Important news: we are honoured to have been approached by photographer Cristian Mitrani and The Muisca Gallery in Paris with an incredibly generous proposal that will make a meaningful difference to our work. 🧵 1/5 #Parkinsons #Parkinson

Do you struggle with dysphagia? Swallowing problems are common in Parkinson's, which can sometimes make it harder to eat the unrestricted diet you may have been used to. But it shouldn't stop you enjoying a healthy and varied diet. 🔗 Read the article in full: buff.ly/FRlve7r #parkinsons

🎙️ Have you listened to the new episode of the Parkinson's Life podcast? This time we chat about adaptive #DBS with a patient who has experienced it first-hand, a nurse who programmed it, and a neurologist helping to shape how it's used across Europe. 🔗 buff.ly/Ki7gaLj Sponsored by Medtronic.

🌍️ Planning a getaway this summer? Get prepared and download a free copy of the Parkinson's Passport (now available in NINE languages), so you have a handy record of all your important medical information. Download it now: buff.ly/ADOKHds #parkinson #parkinsons #parkinsonspassport

✈️ Who's ready for a holiday?☀️ We've rounded up three incredible, therapeutic destinations in Italy, Portugal and Spain which offer Parkinson's-friendly breaks. Created by specialist providers, these holidays are tailor-made for people living with Parkinson's. 🔗 buff.ly/95K04Qj #parkinsons

Have you been referred for a clinical swallowing evaluation? If so, you may be wondering what to expect. We spoke to Veronica Clark, an independent speech and language therapist specialising in Parkinson's, about what to expect on the day and what happens next. 🔗 buff.ly/FT8VPom #parkinsons

☀️ Anyone else struggling with meal ideas when it's this hot? We've found some delicious, easy-to-prepare, Parkinson's-friendly summer recipes that are perfect for sunny days. Let us know what you decide to make! 👉 Here's the link: buff.ly/QQoaqoh #parkinsonsmeals #healthyrecipes #summerrecipes

If you experience problems with saliva control, you're not alone. Many people with Parkinson's have issues with drooling or dribbling, and while it can feel annoying and often embarrassing, there are ways to help manage this. 🔗 Read the article here: buff.ly/PHGAeCz #managingdrooling #parkinson

The event showed that @EAN.org is leading the charge to create collaborations in brain health & awareness to change & improve the healthcare system in Europe. Thank you so much for having us - looking forward to representing the voice of the European Parkinson's community in Gothenburg in 2027!

5️⃣ The chance to catch up with old and new friends, industry partners, healthcare professionals and more - both at our lovely Parkinson's Europe booth and at the Neurologist Networking Event - to exchange ideas, share our resources and plan new projects to benefit the Parkinson's community

Last week, it was fantastic to attend #EAN2026 - @ean.org's brilliant annual congress - with this year's theme being "Brains, Bytes & Beyond: Tech in Neurology". Here are five of our top takeaways 🧵

This extraordinary quilted artwork, "Mass Extinction is a Hoax" by Ann H, is one of the pieces included in Abbott's online exhibition "The Art of Parkinson's". The online collection celebrates the artwork of people with Parkinson's who have undergone #DBS treatment. 👉 Read more: buff.ly/TzdD8wL

What is MR-guided Focused Ultrasound, and how can it help people with Parkinson's? You'll find the answers to these and many other questions in our interactive online resource, all about DATTs (Device Assisted Treatment and Therapies). 🔗 Click here to find out more: buff.ly/cil5FBh #DATTs

We're proud to see our Partnerships Director, Francesco, presenting at #EAN2026 today! Francesco was speaking about our work producing resources about different Parkinson's treatment options, which help to empower people with Parkinson's at their healthcare consultations. @ean.org

We're at the @ean.org Congress in Geneva this week! 😎 To all our fellow #EAN2026 attendees, come and say hello - find us at booth N34 in the Neurohood area. 👋

Did you know it's possible to get genetic testing for Parkinson's? Read all about the gene changes linked to Parkinson's, as well as the reasons why you might consider genetic testing, in our latest article. 🔗 buff.ly/aJcpNeC In partnership with Sano Genetics. #genetictesting #parkinsons

✈️ Airport accessibility – things need to change. We're calling for more invisible disabilities training and greater awareness to help make it easier for people with Parkinson's to travel abroad. 🔗 Read the article in full here: buff.ly/OlM0vRq @myedf.bsky.social #parkinsons #disabilityrights

What do you know about infusion pumps? You can read all about these and other DATTs (Device Assisted Treatment and Therapies) in our new interactive resource. It's a really useful guide to help you feel more informed about treatment options. 👉 Click here to read it in full: buff.ly/cil5FBh #DATT

"Parkinson's is fought with the body, but won in the mind" Read our interview with Advanced Nurse Practitioner Brian Magennis about the role of Parkinson's nurses, the importance of a holistic approach to care, and the changes he'd like to see in #ParkinsonsCare across Europe. 👉 buff.ly/nhFvmc2

All smiles at our AGM and Members' Meeting this week! Another wonderful example of how we are so much #StrongerTogether ❤️ #Parkinsons #Parkinson

🌈 It's Pride Month! If you're planning on attending any of the celebrations or parades, we hope you have the best time. Our guide includes tried-and-tested advice to help you enjoy #Pride as a person with Parkinson's. 🔗 buff.ly/cCqhUOZ @parkinsons.org.uk @prideinlondon.bsky.social

📣 We want to hear from you! Do you use any #apps for any aspects of Parkinson’s, whether that’s symptom tracking, cognitive fitness or something completely different? We’d love to hear which ones you use and if you’d recommend them to others with Parkinson’s. Share your thoughts in the comments. ✍️

Need some food inspiration? 🧑‍🍳 👨‍🍳 We've got 10 delicious, healthy and easy-to-follow Parkinson's-friendly recipes to add to your repertoire. Give them a try and let us know how you get on! 🔗 Read the article in full here: buff.ly/7GeIIiI #parkinsons #parkinson #mealideas #healthyrecipes

This is "Exhausted" by Margie Burns-Kohn. Margie's work is part of Abbott's online exhibition "The Art of Parkinson's", which celebrates the artwork of people with Parkinson's who have undergone #DBS treatment. 👉 Read Margie's story, and find out more about the exhibition, here: buff.ly/NPMAQ9Z

"This is an incredibly exciting time for Parkinson's therapeutics," says Diane Stephenson, Vice President, Neurology, at the Critical Path for Parkinson's consortium. We talk to Diane, who has spent 35 years working in the Parkinson's field, about the developments in research. 👉 buff.ly/YsAfc9R

Have you heard about injection pens? Read all about these and other #DATTs (Device Assisted Treatment and Therapies) in our useful interactive resource. Our aim is to help you feel empowered to have conversations with your clinicians about what treatments may suit you best. 🔗 buff.ly/AgaxMuk

A week on from the #WorldParkinsonCongress, our Director General, Hélène, shares her key takeaways from her first WPC. Reflecting on the experience, she talks about the power of the Parkinson's community and the palpable sense of momentum. buff.ly/MDJqMZt @worldpdcongress.bsky.social

We support ALL of the European Parkinson's community. ❤️ 🧡 💛 💚 💙 💜 🩷 As #PrideMonth begins, we're raising awareness of the widespread evidence that LGBTQIA+ people with Parkinson's face unique challenges. 👉️ Find the facts: buff.ly/j5qorDF #Parkinsons #Parkinson

So proud to see @salsbergmathews.bsky.social's brilliant book What Parkinson's Feels Like (which we helped to launch last year) on display at the book nook at the @worldpdcongress.bsky.social! ❤️ Download the book for FREE (in EIGHT languages) or buy a hard copy here: buff.ly/1tiVk0m #WPC2026