WELCOME TO PARKINSON'S TASMANIA
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Parkinson’s Tasmania is a voluntary non-profit organisation providing support for people living with Parkinson’s their carers and families. We also provide educational resources for people affected by Parkinson’s.
Preventative Health Strategy - Parkinson's Tasmania's submission
Parkinson’s Tasmania have contributed to the development of the Tasmanian Government's 20 Year Preventative Health Strategy. Our submission can be found at this link: Preventative Health Strategy Submission​
We are immensely proud to share our recent feedback to the Department of Health's Exposure Draft for their 20 year Preventative Health Strategy. Click here to view.
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Join our Support Groups
We facilitate a number of support groups that hold monthly meetings with a variety of guest speakers. All venues are working with COVID-19 regulations provided by Workspace Standards. If you would like to find out more information about Parkinson's or you would like to find support in your area click here
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recently diagnosed
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living with PSP, CBS, MSA
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living with Parkinson's
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caring for someone
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young with Parkinson's
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a Health Professional
From L to R: Prof Tracey Dickson (UTAS), Prof Michele Callisaya (UTAS), Mike Whitehouse OAM (PTAS), Dr Harley Stanton (W4P), Prof Jane Alty (UTAS/PTAS), Claire Myers (Chair + President PTAS), Assoc Prof Barb de Graaff (UTAS).
The National Parkinson's Action Plan (NPAP) was launched in Canberra on 24 March 2026 as a result of people with Parkinson's making their voices heard. It aims to support improved responses to the needs of the Parkinson's community through better care and support for people with Parkinson's, along with their families and care partners. Parkinson's Tasmania is a proud founding member of the National Parkinson's Alliance (NPA). Our Chair + President Claire Myers is a Director of the NPA ensuring Tasmania has a strong and loud voice at the table. Thank you to our members and the broader Tasmanian community that participated in the national survey (over 5,700 participants).
We have a lot of work ahead of us to deliver the key priorities, including:
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Tackling stigma
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Strengthening prevention
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Improving accurate/timely diagnosis
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Improving coordination of care
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Building workforce capacity
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Improving data/maximising impact of research
Researchers at the QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, with funding from the Shake It Up Australia Foundation and The Michael J. Fox Foundation, are undertaking ground-breaking research to help identify genetic factors influencing risk of developing Parkinson’s disease......