Postherpetic Neuralgia Is a Real PainPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is one of the most common complications of shingles. Up to 18 percent of people who get shingles will develop PHN.1 PHN causes severe pain that can... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Connection Between Chronic Health Conditions and ShinglesThe two most common risk factors for developing shingles are older age and having a chronic health condition that weakens your immune system. Shingles is a common viral infection that... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is Shingles?Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the United States. Its telltale sign is a painful... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dhivy™ (carbidopa/levodopa)Dhivy™ (carbidopa/levodopa) is a tablet approved to treat motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Motor symptoms include shaking, stiffness, poor balance, and slow or involuntary movements.1 Dhivy may also be... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dopamine and Parkinson’s DiseaseIf you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD), you may have heard of dopamine. You may have some questions about dopamine and how it affects... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help overcome barriers of location, time, and resources. This... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Vivid Dreams and Parkinson’sParkinson’s disease affects neurons in the brain that release a molecule called dopamine. Dopamine helps to regulate our movements, emotions, and sleep. Damage to these neurons can affect your motor... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dysphagia in Parkinson's DiseaseDysphagia is the medical term used to describe difficulty swallowing. When Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects the muscles in the face, neck, or throat, it can cause dysphagia.1 More than 80... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments27 comments
An Overlooked Parkinson's Symptom: HiccupsThe most common, noticeable signs of Parkinson’s disease (PD) are motor symptoms, especially tremors. They affect about 70 percent of people with PD.1 However, there are also many non-motor symptoms... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
A Dose of LaughterLiving with a chronic health condition can take a toll on your mental health. Life often seems full of the things you cannot do anymore, the ways the disease compromises... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Protein Intake & PD Medication: Does Eating Protein Affect Levodopa Absorption?Many people with PD take a levodopa/carbidopa combination drug to help control their motor symptoms. Levodopa is a precursor to dopamine that can reduce motor-related issues like tremor, rigidity, or... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious, or stressed.1,2 Maintaining our connection to nature can improve one’s quality of life and... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ongentys® (opicapone) Approved for “Off” Episodes in Parkinson’s DiseaseThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Ongentys® (opicapone) for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) who have “off” episodes while taking a medicine called carbidopa/levodopa.1 An “off” episode... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Insomnia Doesn’t Make a Good Bedfellow for People with Parkinson’s DiseaseApril is Parkinson’s Disease (PD) Awareness Month. It’s a great time to think about insomnia as a troubling aspect of this condition and how you might prevent it. Insomnia—trouble falling... By TK Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Healthcare Obstacles & the LGBTQ+ CommunityEditor’s Note: LGBTQ+ stands for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To learn more about gender identity, check out the interactive website The Genderbread Person. Have... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
FDA Approved Diagnostic Tool for Parkinson’s: Fluorodopa F 18Fluorodopa F 18 is a new tool for diagnosing Parkinson’s disease (PD). It helps make clearer pictures of nerve cells during brain scans.1-2 The new drug was developed at The... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Treating Sleep Apnea in People With PDObstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is commonly found in patients with PD. It contributes to poor quality of life, including higher rates of cognitive dysfunction in people with both conditions, according... By TK Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: A Parkinson's Wake-Up CallSleep disturbances are common in those with Parkinson's disease (PD). Sleep disorders are also thought to be influential over neurological health. For instance, if you don’t get enough deep sleep... By TK Sellman4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Pain: An Invisible Symptom of Parkinson'sWhen thinking about PD, some of the symptoms that come to mind the quickest are visible issues, like tremor, shuffling gait, speech difficulties, or rigidity. However, pain is another common... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments