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
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
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
Dealing with the Side Effects of Our MedsHere in the United Kingdom, the warm spring and summer months tend to increase the whole population’s happiness and productivity. There just...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
Are You Ready to Go Adventure Traveling with Parkinson's?You know the routine. Plan a fabulous trip. Get to your destination. Overdo it on the first day. Spend the next 2...reactions1comment
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
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
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
Looking Back Can Predict the FutureLooking back can predict the future. Here are several scenarios I experienced leading up to a Parkinson's diagnosis. In hindsight, I was...reactions2comments
The Complications of International TravelPosy, who lives in the UK, needed to to see her daughter, who lives in the USA. She needed to. Her daughter...reactions3comments
Facing Multiple Illnesses at the Same TimeBefore I was born, my dad almost lost his life to ulcerative colitis. He was on his honeymoon when he had to...reactions4comments
Sparky Speaks about Immunizations and PetsRight after ParkinsonsDisease.net published my COVID vaccine article, I came home from work to find the canine love of my life, Sparky...reactions5comments
6 Tips for Staying on Top of TreatmentLiving with a long-term health condition requires us to stay on top of everything: doctor’s appointments, new symptoms, insurance, and, of course...reactions2comments
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
Good Days, Bad Days: Could It Be My Attitude?Almost all of us who have Parkinson’s experience good days and bad days. Focusing on how I feel physically doesn’t consider all...reactions8comments
My Dad, My Other HeroIn case you missed it, check out part 1 of this article, "My Mom, My Hero". Today my dad had a dental...reactionscomments
Can a High-Carb Diet Alone Cause PD?Posy had always thought that the Sword of Damocles would fall on her one day. In spite of her seemingly great genes...reactionscomments
Stress Management and Why It MattersAs the entire world was closing down due to COVID-19, global stress levels were at an all-time high. For the first time...reactions9comments
