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 some of the top COVID-19 updates for people...reactionscomments
An Interview with Physical Therapist Jill JumperI recently interviewed Jill Jumper, PT, DPT to learn more about her job, especially in regards to working with persons with Parkinson’s (PwP). Besides being a licensed physical therapist, Jill...reactions1comment
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data...reactionscomments
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. Maintaining our connection to nature can improve one’s quality of life and...reactionscomments
Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower...reactionscomments
Thank You for Taking Our Survey!We appreciate you taking the time to answer all of our questions. Your responses will help us better understand life with parkinsons disease. New here? We invite you to explore...reactionscomments
Power of Attorney Time: My Family's JourneyWhen a parent is sick and unable to be reasoned with, there are a couple of things that are necessary to accomplish before the situation gets out of hand. Mainly...reactions2comments
Parkinson's Fantasy Versus Reality TelevisionBack when I was a kid, a time known affectionately as “the 1970s,” there was a television show, which was entitled Fantasy Island. In the show, the premise was that...reactions2comments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But many companies offer a range of virtual health...reactionscomments
Tips for Setting Stress-Free Boundaries as CaregiversTo avoid caregiver burnout especially during stressful times, we as caregivers must maintain our wits about us if we are to come out unscathed on the other side. It is...reactions1comment
A Look at the Services Virtual Care OffersTelehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor to find out which virtual services are right...reactionscomments
Parkinson's and the Quarantine: Making the Most of Your Time at HomeIf you are quarantined at home and cannot go out, that can be very frustrating and a huge disruption to daily living! If you have Parkinson’s disease and are home...reactions1comment
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. An “off” episode...reactionscomments
Why You Should Write Your NarrativeAn underused tool for wellness is the concept of writing your narrative. When someone is initially diagnosed with a chronic disease, it can be quite a shock. The patient does not know...reactions2comments
My Father, Khader: Telling People and Keeping DignityThere are many aspects of being the daughter of someone with Parkinson’s disease that are tough. Mostly manageable with enough help and the right attitude, but there is one part...reactionscomments
Preparing for a Virtual Visit with Your DoctorVisiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can get medical advice, visual assessments, treatments, or update...reactionscomments
Walter Mitty vs. Parkinson's FatigueDid I ever tell you about how I managed to lose all that excess weight since dystonia kicked in? How about my walking routine to meet my exercise goals? What...reactions2comments
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...reactions3comments
9 Thank You Letters I Should Have SentAs children, my parents always encouraged us to write thank-you letters for our gifts at Christmas or birthdays. It’s something that has stuck with me and I always try to...reactions2comments
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor OnlineTelehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being in the same room, or even the same...reactionscomments