This week is Parkinsons awareness week. There are events going on all over 
the country to raise awareness of the condition.
127,000 people in the UK have been diagnosed with Parkinsons disease which is approximately 1 in 50. Symptoms include tremors, slowness of movement and rigidity.
Parkinsons UK are asking people to share their experiences of things that make a difference to those with Parkinsons. They are asking people to upload pictures or statements to social media #parkinsonsin1
ComRes have complied a survey on Behalf of Parkinsons UK asking people about their experiences.
A third of people hid or lied about their symptoms before diagnosis. A third delayed telling friends and family about their diagnosis.
It was found that some of the emotional responses to diagnosis where very negative
like the world had ended
.didnt know who to turn to
Steve Ford, the Chef Executive at Parkinsons UK said:
“It’s worrying that many people with Parkinson’s, for a wide range of reasons, are not able to access the help they need – and it’s having a devastating impact on their emotional health
For information, advice and support visit www.parkinsons.org.uk/
For information on events being held this week for Parkinsons awareness week visit http://www.parkinsons.org.uk/content/parkinsons-awareness-week-18-24-april-2016
Sources:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-36052997
http://www.parkinsons.org.uk/news/18-april-2016/people-parkinsons-forced-hide-their-condition