Sarah Dawson

Sarah is a freelance writer with over 18 years’ experience. She has written extensively for national publications and websites, including Women’s Health, The Independent’s IndyBest, MadeForMums.com, Family Traveller, Goodto.com, Tesco Magazine and The Telegraph. Find her on Instagram @WordUpWriting

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Expert advice: what to expect at a clinical swallowing evaluation for Parkinson’s

Advice

01 July 2026

Expert advice: what to expect at a clinical swallowing evaluation for Parkinson’s

If you’ve been experiencing problems with eating and swallowing, you’ll understand the anxiety and often embarrassment these difficulties can cause....

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Tips to manage drooling

Advice

16 March 2026

Tips to help you manage drooling when you have Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s and drooling: tips and exercises that can help

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15 tips for managing swallowing problems in Parkinson’s disease: expert-approved advice

Advice

23 February 2026

15 expert-approved tips to manage swallowing problems in Parkinson’s

Eating and swallowing problems are common in Parkinson’s. It can be frustrating when these challenges get in the way of...

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Foot exercises for Parkinson’s to do at home

Advice

29 December 2025

Foot exercises for Parkinson’s to do at home

What are the best foot exercises for people with Parkinson’s? If you’re living with Parkinson’s, everything from a change in...

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Extraordinary people with Parkinson's: 10 amazing sporting challenges

Stories

10 November 2025

Extraordinary people with Parkinson’s: 10 amazing sporting challenges

We are constantly inspired by the ‘yes, we can’ attitude of the Parkinson’s community. To mark 10 years of Parkinson’s...

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Why do people with Parkinson's fall?

Advice

05 November 2025

Physio-approved advice: why do people with Parkinson’s fall?

Falls can happen due to many risk factors. The most common one is a change of walking patterns and loss...

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Physio-approved fall prevention tips for people with Parkinson’s

Advice

30 October 2025

6 physio-approved fall prevention tips for people with Parkinson’s

Falling can be an unsettling, upsetting and, for some, scary symptom of Parkinson’s. However, it shouldn’t prevent you from going...

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Living with Parkinson’s: how a physiotherapist can help

Advice

23 October 2025

Living with Parkinson’s: how a physiotherapist can help

If you have a Parkinson’s diagnosis, physiotherapy can help in key areas such as walking, balance, falls, transfers, and daily...

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Tips for Parkinson’s carers: Looking after your back

Advice

06 October 2025

Tips for Parkinson’s carers: Looking after your back

As a Parkinson’s carer, how can you make sure you are looking after yourself well? Caring for someone with Parkinson’s...

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Physio-approved walking tips for people with Parkinson’s

Advice

01 September 2025

Helpful physio-approved walking tips for people with Parkinson’s

Walking is very good for our physical and mental health. While Parkinson’s can make walking more difficult, it is important...

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How to make the most of your Parkinson’s physiotherapy appointment

Advice

19 August 2025

How to make the most of your Parkinson’s physiotherapy appointment

Physiotherapy is a key part of managing many symptoms of Parkinson’s. Your physiotherapist will form part of your Parkinson’s support...

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Inspiring women in the Parkinson's community: Maryum 'May May' Ali

Insights

29 July 2025

10 inspiring women in the Parkinson’s community

As we celebrate 10 years of Parkinson’s Life, we look back at the trailblazing women who have made a difference...

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