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...Technology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices...

...Keeping your mind and body active is one of the most effective ways of fighting Parkinson’s. Exercise has been proven to slow the progression of Parkinson’s symptoms. An active mind...

...Music and music therapy can help make positive changes for people with Parkinson's disease. With the assistance of a music therapist, I've been experiencing therapy in new and effective ways...

...As if there weren’t enough reasons to eat your fruits and vegetables! Not only do they contain vitamins, minerals, and fiber benefits, but new research shows that phytonutrients in plant-based...

...Posy reacts oddly to her diagnosis. “I’m surprised you didn’t bring your husband with you to this appointment?” remarked the neurologist. Posy, still innocent of her fate, thought that would...

...Over the winter months, I went home to see my family. While my dad and I sat in front of the flickering blue television screen, I began to notice something...

...One of the first signs of Parkinson’s disease is a hand tremor. I remember my father first experiencing those hand tremors. He stopped being able to sign his signature, something...

...We certainly know that Parkinson’s disease (PD) can zap your energy and make you feel negative about life. This is true if you have the disease or if you are...

...I have difficulty asking for help even though Parkinson’s has significantly degraded my physical abilities. That is a big problem. Yes, not asking for help is a “guy” thing. Most women believe...

...Every morning when I wake up, it feels like I am experiencing a quasi-resurrection. That may sound somewhat bamboozling...so please let me elaborate. During the night the complex cocktail of...

...I’d like to think I’m easy-going when it comes to interactions that affect my Parkinson’s. In fact, the “whatever you need, I’m easy” response is my go-to when it comes...

...Two years ago, we were traveling to London, Florence, Venice, and Rome. I was having some back pain when walking even a short difference, so determined to go on this...

...COVID-19 is a big topic of discussion in our household. My dad has been vaccinated because he recognizes that Parkinson's disease (PD) puts him in a high-risk category. And he...

...Almost everywhere you go, music is playing in the background. From cars, stores, offices, and even a teen rolling by on a skateboard wearing a pair of earbuds, music is inescapable...

...Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"...

...My brother recently tested positive for COVID-19. As an asymptomatic fellow, this is actually the second time he’s had the virus and we can’t even tell he has it. The...

...I often receive emails from people who have specific questions about Parkinson’s disease (PD). Today I heard from a woman who introduced herself as a non-Parkinson's gal who has PD...

...When I decided to apply for graduate school, I chose the best programs. I only wanted programs that were top 10 in my field. It just so happened, none of...