An international symposium on Parkinson’s disease, its management and research is being organised in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday (February 8, 2026).
The event is being hosted by the Health department and organised jointly by the Directorate of Medical Education, the National Health Mission, the Department of Neurology at Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, and Parkinson Research Alliance of India (PRAI).
Health Minister Veena George will inaugurate the symposium.
The conference, which brings together national and international experts on Parkinson’s disease research and clinical care, aims at providing a comprehensive update on the recent advances in diagnosis, management and research related to the condition.
A panel of distinguished national and international faculty in the field of movement disorders will participate in the event.
Kerala will benefit from the opportunities for research collaborations and training opportunities for young neurologists and researchers as well as enhanced awareness and care for Parkinson’s disease, a statement issued by the Health department said.
Published – February 07, 2026 11:24 pm IST
