Between 400-500 people with disease on Island
People on the Isle of Man who are living with Parkinsons are being reminded they are not alone.
Today (11 April) marks World Parkinson’s Day; it’s believed between 400 and 500 people suffer with the degenerative condition on the Island.
Parkinson’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder with symptoms generally developing over years.
People with it may have:
- Tremor
- Bradykinesia (impaired and slow movement of limbs of the body)
- Limb rigidity
- Gait and balance problems
There is no cure and treatment options vary and include medication.
Pamela Shimwell-Mayo is the chairman and founder of the Parkinson’s Disease Society Isle of Man.
She says despite the usual face-to-face work of the charity being paused, due to Shoprite stores being sold, support is still available:
You can listen to the full interview here.
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