The EPDA Charter launched in 1997 on the first World
Parkinson’s
Disease Day states:
People with Parkinson's disease have the right to:
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Be referred to a doctor with a special interest
in Parkinson's
disease
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Receive an accurate diagnosis
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Have access to support services
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Receive continuous care; and
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Take part in managing the illness
The second part of this pan-European survey examines in more detail
the availability of support services for people with Parkinson’s.
The survey was live between 12 April 2011 (European Day of
Action) and 13 November 2011.