Covesea Skerries Lighthouse to glow blue for World Parkinson’s Day on April 11
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LANDMARKS across Scotland – including Covesea Skerries Lighthouse near Lossiemouth – will glow blue this weekend in a show of support for World Parkinson’s Day.
Parkinson's is a progressive brain condition with more than 40 recognised symptoms. There is no cure.
It is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world.
Charity Parkinson’s UK Scotland is gearing up to mark World Parkinson’s Day on Sunday, April 11, to highlight and raise awareness of the condition.
Elgin's Dr Gray's Hospital and Anderson’s Care Home will also show their support on Sunday.
Marischal College in Aberdeen, Ness Bridge and Edinburgh Castle will be among the other landmarks across the country to be illuminated in the colour of Parkinson’s UK Scotland. The charity is urging supporters to visit the local landmarks.
Annie Macleod, director of Parkinson's UK Scotland, said: "We are delighted to see so many iconic buildings light up for World Parkinson’s Day and are extremely grateful for their continuing support.
"This is an important symbol for over 200 people in Moray who are living with the condition.
"It has been an extremely difficult year for the Parkinson’s community. We know that many people with Parkinson's have experienced deteriorating symptoms over the last year.
"They have not been able to access the things that help keep them well, from care and treatment to seeing family and friends and getting out of the house for exercise or other activities. Many families have faced bereavement with little support in these strange times.
"We hope this will be a beacon of hope for all who live with the condition."
The event is being organised by volunteer Karen McConnell who has been liaising with landmarks across the country to get as many on board as possible.
Karen said: "It’s absolutely fantastic to have the support of buildings lighting up blue for World Parkinson’s Day.
"It’s a really strong visual symbol of support for the Parkinson’s community and unites us all to mark the day. Having Edinburgh Castle join in for the first time this year is brilliant as it’s such a prominent landmark in Scotland.
"I hope lighting up Scotland for World Parkinson’s Day will help raise awareness of Parkinson’s and show the Parkinson’s community that we stand shoulder to shoulder with them and will continue to work to raise awareness until a cure is found."
To support World Parkinson’s Day, visit the website or Facebook page.
