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The December issue of the UPBEAT Newsletter is now available online. 

There have been some great news stories from our Divisions in papers around the country in the last few weeks.  

A number of members have generously shared their stories. 

Two Divisions are having organised walks for Awareness Week on Sunday 6 November 2011.

Otago - Walk 4 Parkinsons, starting at 1:30 pm from St Clair Presbyterian Church Hall and walking around the St Clair area. There are a number of planned routes from a half to 3km ending back at the Hall for afternoon tea.  Contact otagoadmin@parkinsons.org.nz for more information.

Awareness Week is 1 - 7 November and there are some public events happening around the Divisions.

Taranaki are having an Information Evening for family, friends and colleagues of those with Parkinson's.  Wednesday 2 November, DeBurghs Lodge, Lawry Street, New Plymouth. The forum will run 5:30-7:30pm to allow interested parties to drop in on their way home from work.  Light refreshments will be served.

Our Facebook page is parkinsonsnz

Do others with Parkinson's feel hotter than they used to?  I think my thermometer has re-set itself as I really do feel hotter than I used to and I don't think it is down to menopause.

I know you can’t get on with everyone in this world, but I think it is really important that you get on with your health professionals.  Being able to relate to them (and them to you) is soooooo important.

I have recently visited another neurologist and came away feel so much better in myself – more positive.  I know the neurologist I usually visit knows his stuff but it is how they impart their knowledge that can make the world of difference.

I wonder why it is that young people with Parkinson's don't join the UPBEAT group in their area?

When did “IT” arrive?  I was 51 years old, mother of two, wife of one, active and healthy, starting up a new business . . . . but having trouble writing and doubting my ability to juggle lots of balls at once like I always had – yes, definitely stressed.