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COVID-19 Vaccine Update No. 46
More than 8 out of 10 of those eligible are now boosted – as NHS calls for anyone yet to have it to come forward.
COVID-19 Vaccine Update No. 45
Week of walk ins’ continues in West Sussex
Effectiveness of Remote Physiotherapy Research
An opportunity for people with Parkinson’s who have been diagnosed within the past 4 years to take part in some research looking at the effectiveness of remote physiotherapy.
COVID-19 Vaccine Update No. 44
Healthwatch in Sussex (Healthwatch East Sussex, West Sussex & B&H) have recently launched a survey into finding out the experiences of children and young people aged 16 and 17 who are getting vaccinated.
Parkinson’s Younger People’s Group – West Sussex
A virtual group for younger people with Parkinson’s in West Sussex (under 60’s)
Parkinson’s UK and Healthwatch West Sussex Awareness Raising
Healthwatch West Sussex and Parkinson’s UK will be hosting two webinars during Self-Care Week (15th to 19th November).