...Team CPT Virgin London Marathon Runners

Huge thanks to our team of marathon runners... for your commitment, courage, strength and resilience!

Thank you to all Team CPT - we are truly grateful for your support xxx

What an amazing achievement! xxx

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New Research on the Importance of Exercise

This week, researchers at the Radboud University Medical Centre in Nijmegen (the Netherlands) published the results of a clinical trial evaluating an 'at home' high intensity exercise regime in people with Parkinson's, and they found that it had a positive effect.
From Prostates to Parkinson's

Chinese researchers in collaboration with scientists from the University of Iowa have today published new research suggesting that a drug, called Terazosin - which is used to treat enlarged prostates and high blood pressure - could be a useful drug to re-purpose for Parkinson's.
Kiltwalk: Glasgow

Don your tartan kilt and experience the city of Glasgow when you join the fun and lively 2020 Glasgow Kiltwalk in support of CPT!
Team UK YOPDFC bring home bronze from the Ray Kennedy Cup

On Saturday 31st August, a team of footballers who have each been diagnosed with Parkinson’s travelled to Copenhagen to represent the UK in the international Ray Kennedy Cup.

Team UK YOPDFC bring home bronze from the Ray Kennedy Cup

On Saturday 31st August, a team of footballers who have each been diagnosed with Parkinson’s travelled to Copenhagen to represent the UK in the international Ray Kennedy Cup.
The Mitchell Men Run Farnham Pilgrim Half Marathon for CPT

On 8 September Berwick Mitchell with son’s Chris & Ben took part in the Farnham Pilgrim Half Marathon in support of The Cure Parkinson’s Trust (CPT). Here Berwick shares his experience of taking on this brilliant challenge...
Katie Blainey's London to Newcastle Fundraiser

CPT supporter Katie Blainey recently took on the incredible challenge of cycling 330 miles from London to Newcastle over three days before conquering her first Half Marathon in the Great North Run the very next day! Here Katie shares her inspiring fundraising story...
Sharon Dawson's Wing Walk for CPT

Supporter Sharon Dawson recently completed a brilliant, high adrenaline wing walk on top of a biplane travelling at over 130mph in celebration of her birthday and in support of CPT. Here Sharon shares her fantastic fundraising experience...
Emma Green’s Thames Rowing Challenge for CPT

Supporter Emma Green recently completed a fantastic three-day rowing challenge following the length of the Thames to raise funds and awareness for CPT. Here Emma shares her story...
The Grand Garden Fete

On Sunday 11th August supporters Lizzy Pope and Sue O’Reilly held a wonderful Grand Garden Fete in Lizzy’s beautiful garden in Aylesbury in support of The Cure Parkinson’s Trust.
Team CPT at the 2019 Prudential RideLondon

On Sunday 4th August, 14 cycling enthusiasts took part in the 2019 Prudential RideLondon in support of The Cure Parkinson’s Trust.
The Ridgway Mini-Fest

In celebration of her 75th birthday, Barbara Thompson - a long time friend of The Cure Parkinson’s Trust - held a fantastic afternoon of music and food in the garden of her home in Surrey on Saturday 27 July in support of CPT.
Team 'UK YOPD' prepare to take part in the Ray Kennedy Cup

A group of men from across the UK have come together to form the 'UK YOPD' football team who at the end of August will travel to Copenhagen to compete in the Ray Kennedy Cup to raise awareness and funds for CPT. All members of the team have one thing in common; they have been diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s.
Maura Ward's Mount Fuji Challenge

In early July, supporters Maura Ward and son Johnny along with a team of 19 others took on the incredible challenge of climbing Mount Fuji in Japan in both celebration of Maura’s 70th Birthday and to raise awareness and funds for CPT’s research into a cure for Parkinson’s. Read Maura’s inspiring story...

Breakthrough in stem cell treatment for Parkinson's

In a major breakthrough for the treatment of Parkinson's, researchers working with laboratory rats show it is possible to make dopamine cells from embryonic stem cells and transplant them into the brain.
Tom Isaacs

We are devastated to announce that Tom Isaacs, President and Co-founder of The Cure Parkinson’s Trust (CPT) died on Wednesday morning (31st May). Tom’s passing was unexpected and swift.
New Evidence Suggests Parkinson's Might Not Start in The Brain

A new study adds to a raft of new evidence which suggests Parkinson's starts in the gut.
Science news

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Trials - Repurposed drugs

Our international Linked Clinical Trials initiative (LCT) identifies potential new treatments to slow, stop or reverse Parkinson’s disease by 'repurposing' or repositioning drugs that are approved to treat other conditions.
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Diabetes Drug Potential Disease-Modifying Therapy

The study, published in The Lancet and funded by The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF), supported by CPT found that people with Parkinson’s treated with Exenatide for one year performed better in motor tests than those on placebo.
The Grouse & Grape Luncheon

The Grouse and Grape Luncheon will return to Spencer House on the 8th October 2019 where over 300 guests will be welcomed to take part in this flourishing networking event, all in the aid of The Cure Parkinson's Trust.

Science news

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The Cure Collective

The Cure Collective is an opportunity to join like-minded individuals who are committed to help drive forward the quest to find a cure for Parkinson’s... Read more

Our Annual Review 2019

Our Annual Review 2019 - your online publication here... Read more