An Interview with Dr. Paul Thompson of Enigma-PD: Part 1This interview contains 2 parts. Continue reading about Enigma-PD in part 2 of this interview with Dr. Paul Thompson. I recently had...reactionscomments
Keep on Riding!A friend and I were visiting the other day and, as often happens, we asked each other about our exercise. His favorite...reactions6comments
The Shadow KnowsI walk every day and night along with my shadow. The Shadow follows me everywhere from the time I get up in...reactions12comments
Relaxation to Push Away the BlahsLife with Parkinson’s can be rough. If you’re active on this website, you know our advocates define the painful symptoms of the...reactions7comments
Looking into Inflammation and Parkinson’sAs someone with an autoimmune disease, I know how important an anti-inflammatory diet can be for me. Lowering my body’s inflammatory response...reactions2comments
Walking In Someone Else's ShoesIt’s difficult enough to walk in my own shoes sometimes- literally and figuratively. I can get a rock in my shoe which...reactions5comments
Creating a Successful Fundraising CampaignAt the beginning of 2021, my spouse decided to start a fundraising campaign for the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s research...reactionscomments
Happy New Life? Finding a Cure Together!Posy is making her usual New Year's resolutions: To find a dance class and to attend the dance class! And, to eat...reactionscomments
Same Upbringing, Different OutcomesLast time, in "Lack of Regular Exercise," we heard how Posy's formative years encouraged her to be active. So, why and when...reactions9comments
Lack of Regular ExerciseLast time in "Rogue Genes or Personal Responsibility?," we heard how exercise, although an essential component in the lives of her parents...reactions3comments
Exercise 101: Introducing the FITT PrincipleI hope you know about the many benefits of regular exercise, especially for those living with chronic conditions like Parkinson's disease (PD)...reactionscomments
Why I Have a Speech Pathologist on My Medical TeamMany people with Parkinson's (PWP) develop a speech and voice disorder. As a Certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), I have treated many Parkinson’s...reactions9comments
A Sad Way to Gain PerspectiveEver since the first onset of Parkinson’s symptoms, I’ve complained, crabbed, and mourned what I’ve lost from my earlier life. I’ll never...reactions7comments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth SurgeThe technology needed for virtual healthcare has been around for decades. But virtual care has not been widely used in the United...reactions1comment
Communication While Wearing a MaskIn a conversation with Lauren Simmons of PD Buzz in Orange County, California, we discovered that we were both audiologists in our...reactions1comment
5 Sweet Treats for Parkinson’s Disease ProtectionThe holiday season doesn’t seem to end until after Valentine’s Day! It can often feel like a feeding frenzy, especially for sugary...reactionscomments
Trying CBD for Parkinson’s DiseaseLast Christmas, I ordered my dad a CBD tincture that was supposed to help him to cope with anxiety and sleep. As...reactionscomments
Constructive Creativity - Get Your Art On!I am a firm believer in creativity as a path to producing more than just art. Over the last few years I...reactions2comments
Not Driving - Loss of Independence or a Blessing?I have always been an independent person and enjoy exploring new places. The ability to drive gave me the opportunity to travel...reactions10comments
Pre-Parkinson's Events Leading to My DiagnosisAbout 5 years prior to being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD), I noticed puzzling changes in my physical and mental functioning that...reactions10comments
