Parkinson's disease

Terry and Caroline Gillings celebrate winning £1m on the National Lottery.

Couple set up their kids for life after £1m lottery win

Billy Joel has cancelled all his tour dates as he undergoes treatment for NPH - a brain disorder that affects those over 65.

Billy Joel cancels tour dates as he undergoes brain disorder treatment

John Stapleton's son, Nick, has spoken of his struggles following the diagnosis

Parkinson's disease: signs and symptoms to look out for

James Annis Scott was awarded the prestigious accolade at Buckingham Palace after his heroic actions saved multiple lives.

South Shields venue locked in legal battle over war hero medal

South Shields Town Hall.

Candidates announced for the Primrose ward by-election

Cllr Paul Milburn has announced his retirement from South Tyneside Council.

South Tyneside councillor announces retirement due to health reasons

Michael J. Fox (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for ReedPop)

Michael J. Fox falls on stage as Parkinson’s battle ‘gets harder’

A stock picture of a doctor

Parkinsons - thousands could develop disease due to common chemical

Michael J Fox shuts down idea of a Back to the Future reboot

A Kremlin spokesman has denied that Putin is using body doubles after health concerns

Putin spokesperson claims Russian president ‘doesn’t use body double’

The estate of Star Wars ‘Boba Fett’ actor Jeremy Bulloch is up for auction - including the character’s wearable helmet.

Star Wars ‘Boba Fett’ actor’s estate going up for auction

Sharon Osbourne’s tribute to Ozzy after he cancels tour and retires

How to watch Paxman: Putting Up with Parkinson’s on ITV

Jeremy Paxman is a familiar face on UK TV (Photo: Getty)

Jeremy Paxman steps down as BBC University Challenge host

Scientists may have developed a quick and easy swab test for Parkinson’s disease - inspired by a woman who can identify it by smell (Photo: Shutterstock)

Scientists may have developed a quick and easy swab test for Parkinson’s disease...

A sniffer dog involved in the project

'Game changing' project to train Covid dogs to detect symptoms of coronavirus
North East university involved in trials that could see special "Covid dogs" that may be able to detect symptoms of coronavirus before they appear.
Peter Tennick

People with weaker immune systems and long-term illnesses are most at risk of coronavirus (Photo: Shutterstock)

NHS release new official guidance for asthma sufferers amid the coronavirus outb...

This is how long it takes for someone with Coronavirus to start showing symptoms

Dogs are being trained to sniff out coronavirus - here’s how it works

Mother’s Day may be a little different this year, with the government urging people to implement social distancing and avoid bars and restaurants (Photo: Shutterstock)

12 indoor ideas for Mother’s Day 2020 amid coronavirus outbreak

This is what you need to know about how coronavirus affects those with MND (Photo: Shutterstock)

Are people with motor neurone disease at a higher risk of coronavirus? Here’s wh...

Ileene Byrne, who joined in the GDNF trial to test out a new drug for Parkinson's Disease.

Mum tells of hope for future after Parkinson’s Disease treatment trial

Veteran musician Neil Diamond has announced that he will no longer be performing live (Photo: Shutterstock)

Neil Diamond retires from touring due to Parkinson's disease

placeholder image

Why some people feel groggy after undergoing general anaesthetic

placeholder image

Caffeine level in blood may help diagnose people with Parkinson's disease

Don't suffer in silence with incontinence.

Health advice: Don't suffer with incontinence in silence

Three or four cups of coffee a day does you more good than harm By The Newsroom

Red hair link to Parkinson's disease

Can you help with Uncle George's last request?

Ant and Dec

National Hugging Day: The top 10 celebrities Brits want to hug

Mr Balen was last seen in Stanley.

Plea to find missing man, 65, who has Parkinson's disease

Living near a motorway can increase your risk of dementia, according to new research.

Living near a motorway could increase your risk of dementia

File photo dated 18/11/63 of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, who has died at 74. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Issue date: Saturday June 4, 2016. The three-time world heavyweight champion, who had battled Parkinson's disease for 32 years, was admitted to hospital with a respiratory condition earlier in the week. His family's spokesman Bob Gunnell confirmed Ali's death in Phoenix, Arizona, on Friday evening local time. The funeral will take place in Ali's home town of Louisville, Kentucky. See PA story DEATH Ali. Photo credit should read: PA Wire

Muhammad Ali's funeral set to be held on Friday

Mal Gates has paid tribute to Muhammad Ali.

South Shields boxing trainer pays tribute to Muhammad Ali - and remembers day he...

Ali, the magnificent heavyweight champion whose fast fists and irrepressible personality transcended sports and captivated the world, has died according to a statement released by his family Friday, June 3, 2016. He was 74. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)(AP Photo/FIle)

Boxing legend Muhammad Ali dies aged 74

Everyone needs a break

Microbes

Scientists link virus and bacteria to development of dementia

News you can trust since 1849

© 2026 Iconic Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved.Terms and Conditions Privacy notice