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The Regional University Hospital of Malaga and the Parkinson Malaga Association carried out an event during World Parkinson’s Disease Day, with the aim of informing and educating society about this neurodegenerative disease.
During the event, the importance of support for patients and families was highlighted, as well as the collaboration between the healthcare field and associations dedicated to this cause.
The opening ceremony, held at the Assembly Hall at the Child’s Hospital in Malaga, was attended by the territorial health and consumer delegate, Carlos Bautista; The general director of the Regional University Hospital of Malaga, José Antonio Ortega; And the head of neurology at the Regional University Hospital of Malaga, Pedro Serrano, along with the president of the Parkinson Malaga Association, Eugenio Agüera.
The aim is to «analyze the current status of this pathology in clinical and research aspects, propose improvements in the quality of life for patients and their relatives, and above all, strengthen connections with medical professionals.»
Over 100 people gathered in the auditorium of the maternal and child hospital, with the presence of medical specialists in Parkinson’s disease, affected individuals, and family members.
It was emphasized that, under the motto, «you don’t give up on themselves,» another objective of the day was to investigate the latest advancements in the treatment of this pathology, the lines of action of expert professionals in neurology, and to learn more about how people with Parkinson’s disease feel in their society and what they need in their society.
The program included roundtable discussions where aspects of early diagnosis and the challenges patients face in their daily lives were discussed.
The documentary «Living is the goal also presented 100 miles with Parkinson’s disease» and the empathy photo exhibition was shown. Put yourself in my shoes, focusing on the experiences of those affected by the disease.
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The Regional University Hospital of Malaga monitors over 1,500 patients with Parkinson’s disease, of which around 300 are new diagnoses. This care is provided in the specialized clinic at the Health Center, where this pathology is addressed comprehensively, offering tools to users to improve their quality of life.
Additionally, the hospital actively participates in Parkinson’s biomarker research through the Ibima Group, establishing itself as a reference in innovation and medical care. Patients with Parkinson’s disease face many challenges in their daily lives. Although tremors are the most well-known motor symptom, they are not the only or most limiting.
Issues such as changes in sleep, depression, impulse control disorders, and cognitive deficits can significantly affect their quality of life.
Furthermore, balance changes and walking difficulties are significant barriers to their autonomy, emphasizing the complexity of this disease.
The general director of the Regional University Hospital of Malaga, José Antonio Ortega, emphasized that «these kinds of days are essential for raising awareness, promoting knowledge about this disease, and strengthening collaboration between healthcare professionals and associations like Parkinson Malaga, whose activity is crucial.»
On the other hand, the president of the Parkinson Malaga Association, Eugenio Agüera Serrano, explained that «for those living with Parkinson’s disease, patients and families, support and empathy are essential.»
«Days like this are a key opportunity to make our experiences visible, eliminate stigma, and share tools that improve our quality of life,» he added.
The vice president of the Parkinson Malaga Association, Juan Melgar, added that «the objective was achieved by bringing Parkinson’s Day to a stage of debate, dissemination, and meeting to analyze the situation of this pathology in all its aspects, to see how patients feel in today’s society and have professionals, and have professionals,» «
Therefore, World Parkinson’s Disease Day allows us to appreciate the work carried out by the Regional University Hospital in Malaga and the Parkinson Malaga Association, emphasizing the importance of joining efforts to address the challenges presented by this neurodegenerative disease that affects more than 160,000 people in Spain and over 7 million worldwide.
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On the other hand, they indicated that, in this collaborative line, last Monday, the Regional University Hospital in Malaga and the Parkinson Malaga Association signed a collaboration agreement reflecting their commitment to public health and citizen involvement. This agreement aims to improve the quality of life for patients with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders, as well as to support their families and close environment.
The agreement focuses on initiatives such as health volunteering, individualized support, group workshops, and community activities. These actions seek to raise awareness in society about Parkinson’s disease and its implications, in addition to understanding the challenges affecting patients and their families.