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Christy McGhee
Verified
Journalist, EPDA
London
Beats
Biography
Experienced journalist and copywriter with a history of working for print publications, websites and clients in a range of areas including luxury travel, family travel, parenting, corporate events and Parkinson's Disease. Strong media and communication professional skilled in copywriting, web content writing, editing, content strategy, and feature writing. Clients include MadeForMums and Parkinson's Europe
Parenting , Products , Retail, Parkinson’s Disease, Family Days Out , Parenting
Blockchain. Anything not tech.
Content
By Christy McGhee| parkinsonseurope.org@ In 1981 JWS Van der Wereld, a Dutch horticulturist with Parkinson’s, created a prize tulip to honour the International Year of Disabled Persons. He named the flower – pink, with a white feather on each petal – the Dr James Parkinson’s tulip, after the British surgeon who first identified the condition. But how did it come to be known as a global symbol for Parkinson’s, and the official logo for Parkinson’s Europe?
By Christy McGhee| parkinsonseurope.org@ Belgian singer-songwriter Birdie Belgium is launching a new song on 11 April, to raise awareness and funds for Parkinson’s. A heartfelt tribute to her mother, Birdie wrote “It’s Hard to See” after seeing the effects of her mother’s 14-year battle with Parkinson’s. After sharing the track with Professor Bas Bloem, the song is now being released for World Parkinson’s Day 2025, to raise awareness, offer comfort, and help fund vital research.
By Verity Willcocks Verified, Christy McGhee| parkinsonseurope.org@ Wherever you live, join in with the rest of the Parkinson’s community and raise awareness for World Parkinson’s Day 2025 by taking part in one of the special events on or around 11 April. Find out what is happening near you by consulting our handy interactive Parkinson’s map or explore the World Parkinson’s Day 2025 events highlights around the UK, Europe and the world below.
Company Info
EPDA
The European Brand & Packaging Design Association (epda) is a prominent network for designers and agencies across Europe, established in 1990 and based in Switzerland. As a non-profit organization, epda focuses on creating opportunities for its members to share knowledge, ideas, and experiences in the field of packaging design. epda organizes conferences in various European cities, providing a platform for networking and discussions on relevant business topics. The association promotes knowledge sharing among its members, fostering collaboration and the exchange of best practices. Additionally, epda has published "The Design Agency Boost Book," which showcases insights from design professionals across Europe. Open to all types of agencies, epda emphasizes community and support, encouraging members to connect and grow together.
Founded: 1991