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22 April 2024

An elderly gentleman's hands, clasped over a walking stick

Improving prospects for people with Parkinson’s

A new report has offered fresh insights into the burden Parkinson's places on those affected.

Health + Wellbeing Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery Griffith Sciences Griffith Sciences partnerships Medicine Dentistry and Health Research School of Environment and Science Science and Environment

6 April 2023

What it’s like to live with Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson's Disease is considered the fastest growing neurological disorder in the world. It is a complex condition with no known cure. Despite the availability of some treatments to alleviate symptoms, the disease still presents a significant burden for patients and their families. On this World Parkinson’s Day we share the personal stories of Professor Elizabeth Kendall in solidarity and support of those who are suffering and caring for those who are battling this disease. And researcher’s like Professor George Mellick who are committed to improving the lives of those suffering from it.

Health + Wellbeing

21 December 2022

Brushstroke of genius: intersecting science and creativity a fine art

Scientific dreams could become reality for creative Griffith nanotechnology researcher.

Science + Technology Griffith Sciences Queensland Micro and Nanotechnology Centre Research

11 June 2018

A career in psycho-oncology results in Queen’s Birthday Honours

Professor Suzanne Chambers from Griffith University’s Menzies Health Institute Queensland, has become a recipient of this year's Queen's Birthday Honours with the award of Officer in the General Division of the Order of Australia.

Health + Wellbeing Medicine Dentistry and Health Menzies Health Institute Queensland School of Applied Psychology School of Health Sciences and Social Work

12 February 2018

Singing the key to improving life for Parkinson’s sufferers

Singing improves the lives of people living with Parkinson’s, according to an Australian-first study conducted by researchers from the Queensland Conservatorium Research Centre, Griffith University. More than 70 people from around Queensland participated in the ground-breaking Griffith University study that looked at how singing could improve the health and wellbeing of people with Parkinson’s.

Media + The Arts Society + Culture Arts Education and Law Music and Performing Arts Queensland Conservatorium

26 April 2017

Singing the best medicine for Parkinson’s sufferers

They say laughter is the best medicine, but researchers at Griffith are looking at whether singing may be able to help improve the lives of Parkinson’s sufferers. Researchers at the Queensland Conservatorium Research Centre are launching a new 6-month project to evaluate whether singing can help improve the communication skills and mental outlook of people with Parkinson’s Disease.

Media + The Arts Society + Culture Arts Education and Law Music and Performing Arts Queensland Conservatorium Research

24 June 2015