Parkinson’s care handbook a boon


In addition to her academic pursuits, Izyan actively engages in volunteerism with the Malaysian Parkinson’s Disease Association, lending her expertise during association events. - Malaysian Parkinson’s Disease Association

Nur Izyan Mohd Amin, alongside her dedicated team at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), has undertaken a significant initiative since 2022 in developing a specialised Caregiver’s Training Module tailored for individuals grappling with Parkinson’s disease.

As a Master’s student in Physiotherapy, Izyan has immersed herself in extensive research on Parkinson’s within the rehabilitation department at UKM’s Faculty of Health Sciences.

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