MSP backs Parkinson's group call for more support
MSP Rachael Hamilton has backed calls from Parkinson's UK groups in the Borders for more resources to help people suffering from the disease.
She also praised the Parkinson's support group in Kelso after recently meeting them.
Currently, the group meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 11am at the Mayfield Garden Centre.
Ms Hamilton said: "Local support groups for Parkinson's disease are warning that more resources are needed to treat people with the condition in the Borders.
"They say that the caseload for specialist NHS staff in the Borders is almost double what it should be, leaving workers overwhelmed and patients not receiving the care they deserve.
"Unless the SNP step in to sort this out, local residents will face lengthy waits or a lack of access to vital treatments. John Swinney and the SNP health secretary must act.
"It was a privilege to meet with the Kelso Parkinson's support group and speak to local people suffering from this awful disease.”
She added: "Local volunteers deserve huge credit and praise for their selfless efforts."