NO MATTER WHAT! The Adventure of a Lifetime...By Louis McCann All my life I have been in positions of leadership. Throughout those years I often struggled with what that meant. Was I destined to be a leader?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Moving onto a narrow boat, good or bad idea?...My husband and I are considering selling up and buying a narrow boat for a better quality of life. I have had Parkinson's Disease for 10 years, i'm 56 years...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesTips & Advice
Parkinsons progression speed...Good day folks. My mom has recently been diagnosed with parkinsons. Onset of symptoms was 2 months ago, prior to that she's had issues walking but we assumed it was...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesDiagnosisMotor SymptomsNewly Diagnosed
Taking a Trip ... But Not a Vacation...After 2 years, we finally traveled from Florida to New Jersey to visit our new grandchild that we have never seen. We stayed in a hotel near their home. This is...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Mucana pruriens (L-DOPA)...While I have been taking Mucuna pruriens as levodopa alternative,it has helped my symptoms as well as my tremors, should I take this as a positive levodopa test, to help...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosisYoung Onset (YOPD)Tips & Advice
Comorbidities...Just wondering if anybody else has another diagnosis that exacerbates your Parkinson's, and how you deal with it. About a year ago, what I thought was worsening PD symptoms actually...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesSymptomsDiagnosis
Important Transitions In Managing My Parkinson’s ...Changes, good or bad, seem to happen with glacial speed in Parkinson’s. Nothing seems to happen overnight. My symptoms are probably getting worse, but changes may not be noticeable for months...Reactions0reactionsComments18 comments
My name is Don....I was told that i have Parkinson's about 8yrs ago. I had tried to stay active until Covid. no more going to the gym depression hit me real bad. did...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
How to Live a Low-Sodium Lifestyle with Parkinson’s Disease...Feeling salty about cutting down on sodium? I get it. I often hear from clients that it can be a big challenge. But, living a high salt life can increase...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Smartphone Applications for Parkinson’s Management...I always find technology interesting because of its ability to push us into the future. During my lifetime, we’ve gone from living in the stone ages to relying on technology...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Therapy and Medication...Like many people with Parkinson’s disease, I noticed that I was having issues with being bummed out and worried prior to being diagnosed. If you’re "with Parkinson’s," you’re probably thinking...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
What Makes a Good Doctor?...Finding the right doctor to manage Parkinson's disease (PD) can take time. Each person's Parkinson's experience is unique and what they look for in a healthcare provider relationship can vary...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Restless Legs and lack of sleep....For the past three years I have had so many broken nights and lack of sleep because of my legs constantly moving/kicking/cramp. About 8 weeks ago for the first time...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Things are changing too fast...Hi my name is Bill I was told that I had Parkinson’s 3 years ago. But the changes are coming on way to fast. I believe that I have had...Reactions0reactionsComments9 replies
My short term memory is shot!...Hi Everybody, it's Ernie. Well, how is everyone doing? I wanted to tell you another story about memory. Do you remember I suggested we all try to put some humor...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
I Can’t Hear You! Speak Up...My husband is extremely hard of hearing. His hearing aids help but he still has difficulty with background noise and following multiple conversations. "What?" and "I can’t hear you" are...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Michael J. Fox to Receive Honorary Award for Parkinson's Work...Michael J. Fox, 61, is set to receive an honorary Oscar Award this fall for his contribution to Parkinson’s research. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts selected him for the...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Community Connections Enhance Physical and Mental Health...Parkinson’s disease has a worldwide prevalence whether or not we want to admit it. Mental illness, too, occupies a weighty presence in our world today. This is true for persons...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
stem cell treatment for PD...Does anyone have any information about stem cell treatment for PD?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Cultivating Friendships: “You've Got a Friend in Me"...We all need friends. Isolation is a killer. Some People with Parkinson's disease have friends as caregivers. How lovely it must have been for someone to volunteer for this difficult...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
