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October 15, 2021October 15, 2021

Learning to Pay Attention to the ‘Histamine Flicker’

I was surprised to discover a link between my chronic runny nose and Parkinson’s disease (PD) while I was doing research on the effect of over-the-counter antihistamines on PD medications. ... Read more

October 14, 2021October 14, 2021

‘Movin’ It’ With Hip Hop Dance Classes for People With Parkinson’s

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“I like to move it, move it. I like to move it, move it. I like to move it!” These dance tune lyrics, interpreted in the animated children’s movie “Madagascar,” ... Read more

October 13, 2021October 13, 2021

Hobbies and Leisure Activities Help My Sister Manage Parkinson’s Disease

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My sister Bev, who has stage 3 Parkinson’s disease (PD), loves to bake. Although she has moderate cognitive issues, baking and gardening are things she can still do well. Despite ... Read more

October 8, 2021October 8, 2021

Who Threw the Monkey Wrench? Adjusting to the Unexpected

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I don’t think a monkey should own a wrench. Monkey wrenches seem to be thrown from nowhere and land at the most unexpected and undesired moments. I’ve had several of ... Read more

October 7, 2021October 7, 2021

How Playing Games Can Benefit People With Parkinson’s

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We have become a screen society. Our days are often spent looking at screens rather than each other. I am no exception. There are digital versions of just about everything ... Read more

October 6, 2021October 6, 2021

I’m Comforted by Inspiring Books About Fighting Disease

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I’m always on the hunt for different ways to find relief and even joy from what seems to be constant loss. Since my father’s Parkinson’s diagnosis, I have turned to ... Read more

October 6, 2021October 6, 2021

Parkinson’s Support Groups Can Offer a Little Help From Your Friends

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Everyone needs support. Whether a person is living with a chronic disease, serving as a caregiver for someone with an illness, or just living life, everybody needs support — to ... Read more

October 1, 2021October 1, 2021

Thrashing and Gnashing: Managing Parkinson’s Bedtime Challenges

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Over the years, I have visited with many neurologists across multiple states regarding my Parkinson’s disease (PD). In their clinical interviews, they ask if I’m thrashing in my sleep. Then, ... Read more

September 30, 2021September 30, 2021

Navigating a Career With Early-onset Parkinson’s Disease

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When a person is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at a young age, many thoughts swirl through their head. Once the dust starts to settle, they’ll likely start thinking about their ... Read more

September 29, 2021September 29, 2021

The Financial Burden From Parkinson’s Exacts a High Cost

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Caregivers for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) know the physical and emotional toll it exacts on those who suffer from it. The financial burden from Parkinson’s disease is less well ... Read more

September 24, 2021September 24, 2021

A Fresh Look at Parkinson’s Self-Management

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The power of the human mind to reshape itself, adapt to even the most traumatic of events, is a gift given to me by the head injury patients from my ... Read more

September 23, 2021September 23, 2021

Kayaking May Be an Ideal Activity for Those With Parkinson’s

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As Parkinson’s disease progresses, it can become harder for someone to find physical activities they can do with others, which can affect their social life. However, a few years ago, ... Read more

September 22, 2021September 22, 2021

The Lighter Side of Parkinson’s

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Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a serious illness that can have major effects on a person, both physically and emotionally. As a caregiver to my older sister, Bev, I have witnessed ... Read more

September 17, 2021September 17, 2021

Managing the Flicker Effect: A Conversation With Neo

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“Why are you standing on top of that chair?” Dr. C sees Neo precariously balanced on the chair under the kitchen ceiling light. Neo is the part of Dr. C’s ... Read more

September 16, 2021September 16, 2021

Dear Parkinson’s, I’m Breaking Up With You

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Dear Parkinson’s disease (PD), Wow, I can’t believe that we’ve been together for nearly 10 years. Our relationship has been a roller-coaster ride, that’s for sure. We’ve had our ups ... Read more