A letter dated 11/2/219 was ambiguous about whether researchers funded by Parkinson’s UK actually used embryo stem cells. Parkinson’s UK policy statement on stem cell research states: “Stem cell research has the potential to lead to new and better treatments for Parkinson’s. We understand the sensitive issues around certain areas of stem cell research, and respect the views of those concerned by the, but we firmly support the continuation of stem cell based research within the rigorous ethical and regulatory framework in place in the UK.”
More research is needed.
Parkinson’s UK policy statement – End of life care:
“Parkinson’s UK neither supports nor opposes a change in the law to allow assisted dying, although we monitor changes in legislation to ensure that people with Parkinson’s are appropriately safeguarded. Our position is neutral because we recognise that people affected by Parkinson’s have a wide range of personal beliefs on this issue.” www.parkinsons.org.uk/about-us/end-life-and-assisted-suicide [#AMRC#]