Parkinson’s Patient Care in Newcastle-under-Lyme 2025-02-11
2025-02-11
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The MP highlighted the long waits for neurology services and poor access to patient care for people with Parkinson's disease in his constituency, referencing specific statistics from June.
I am concerned about the steps taken to improve access to patient care for people with Parkinson’s disease in Newcastle-under-Lyme. The Government inherited long waits for neurology services, with only 53.4% of patients waiting less than 18 weeks for a referral in June. I would like to pay tribute to my constituent Julie Hibbs who campaigns for support for those with Parkinson's. Will the Minister meet me and Ms Hibbs to discuss adding Parkinson’s to the medical exemption list, and how we can ensure people receive the support they need?
I am happy to meet my hon. Friend and his constituent to discuss all of those matters of concern—I look forward to doing so as soon as my diary will allow.
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