PEOPLE in Donegal are being urged to back a Parkinson’s campaign, highlighting the importance of taking your medication on time when living with Parkinson’s Disease.
Parkinson’s Ireland has launched its ‘Meds on Time, Every Time’ campaign ahead of Parkinson’s Awareness Month in April, alongside its nationwide fundraiser, ‘A Walk in the Park for Parkinson’s’.
The initiative aims to raise awareness of the critical role medication timing plays in managing Parkinson’s Disease, which affects an estimated 18,000 people in Ireland.
For those living with the condition, medication timing is vital in controlling symptoms, with the campaign also targeting carers and healthcare professionals through a range of tools and educational resources.
Ann Foxe, chairperson of the Board of Parkinson’s Ireland and secretary of the northwest branch, Donegal, said: “For people living with Parkinson’s Disease, timing is everything when it comes to medication. These medications help manage symptoms like stiffness, tremor and reduced mobility, but they need to be taken on schedule to work at their best. Missing doses, even slightly, can disrupt symptom control and increase care needs.”
As part of the campaign, a local fundraising walk will take place at Bernard McGlinchey Town Park on Saturday, April 11, at 11am, bringing together members of the Parkinson’s community, their families and supporters. The Dovida sponsored event forms part of a nationwide series across 20 locations.
Parkinson’s Ireland is encouraging the public, healthcare providers and caregivers to support the campaign and take part in the April walk.
Parkinson’s Disease is an incurable, progressive neurological disorder with more than 40 associated symptoms, which can vary from person to person.
Further information at: parkinsons.iemeds-on-time