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A Surprising Relationship: Parkinson’s Disease & Melanoma

By Editorial Team - August 22, 2017

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes, and Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive movement disorder that affects the nervous system… But did you know that these two... READ MORE

What Parkinson’s Isn’t: 6 Myths Debunked

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By Allison Smith - August 21, 2017

What is Parkinson’s disease? This is a question many of us have asked our neurologists, but the answers can be confusing. This is because we are still learning about this disorder and... READ MORE

To Go or Not to Go – Apathy Has Set In

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By Peter Whyte - August 18, 2017

I have become consumed by apathy about a planned trip to Europe this coming fall. To be precise, it’s Amsterdam for 4 nights, then onto Budapest, Vienna, Monaco, and Provence for a... READ MORE

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Questions & Answers

What are the Different Phases of Parkinson’s Disease?

1 Answer Submitted By EllenGray - August 9, 2017

What are the symptoms of each Phase and How are they treated?

What can be done about balance problems?

1 Answer Submitted By JimS - August 1, 2017

What kind of vision problems can Parkinsons cause?

1 Answer Submitted By GailMay - July 24, 2017

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Your Stories

Maia and Me Living with PD (Pt. 3)

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By Marcia - August 18, 2017

Click here to read part one and here for part two of “Maia and Me Living with PD”. Maia dog is not a pet, nor cared for as a house pet. All... READ MORE

Maia and Me Living with PD (Pt. 2)

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By Marcia - August 18, 2017

Click here to read part one of “Maia and Me Living with PD”. Choosing a dog requires careful consideration to make sure you and your future canine companion can meet each other’s... READ MORE

Maia and Me Living with PD (Pt. 1)

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By Marcia - August 18, 2017

Lots of folks are asking me about my Parkinson’s Medical Service Dogs. Please read through this whole series to get a firm idea as to what it is to own a Parkinson’s... READ MORE

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