COVID-19 Updates, May 7: Remdesivir, Antibody Testing, and Reinfection RiskOur world is still changing every day because of COVID-19. Keeping up with all of the news can be challenging. Here are...reactionscomments
COVID-19 Updates, June 15: Solidarity Hydroxychloroquine Trials and COVID Vaccine DevelopmentMany of us are overwhelmed by the amount of information available on COVID-19. Keeping up with all of the news can be...reactionscomments
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
For Caregivers – Benefits of Travel Pre-PlanningVacations are a welcomed break and time to recharge one’s batteries. With a little pre-planning, stress can be reduced and enjoying the...reactions7comments
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
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
Swallowing Problems and Parkinson’s"Swallowing is a big deal for Parkinson’s people," Dad explains one early morning. I know that he is hinting at one of...reactions7comments
The Timing of Parkinson’s MedicationsWhen my dad was initially diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2013, he began taking levodopa in order to help to curb his...reactionscomments
My Feelings on Being Diagnosed with Parkinson's DiseaseWhen I was first diagnosed with Parkinson's disease (PD), my mind was in a whirlwind! My thoughts raced. How could this happen to me? Hadn't...reactions9comments
Treating the Cause Rather than the SymptomsI recently felt the urge to air out my dirty laundry by writing an email to an uncle. I wanted to know...reactionscomments
Everything You Need to Know About Lee Silverman Voice TreatmentI recently stumbled upon a suggestion on our ParkinsonsDisease.net Facebook page that got me thinking. There’s a program that’s designed to help...reactions13comments
My Eyes! My Eyes! Parkinson’s Vision ProblemsI began to notice I was having some issues reading. It was okay for about 10 minutes or so and then I would...reactionscomments
Using Technology to Fight Parkinson’sAs I watch my dad’s Parkinson’s progress, I’m always looking for ways to combat his symptoms. He already addresses diet, and exercise...reactionscomments
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
Swimming and Parkinson’sEvery year, my family travels up north to enjoy a week-long vacation on a Michigan lake. Historically, we’ve travelled to the lapping...reactionscomments
