Parkinson's: Real and Up Close...Do you have to have Parkinson's disease (PD) to write about it? I’ve often thought about and asked myself that question. So...reactionscomments
Life then Diagnosis then Decision...According to the National Institutes of Health, 41 of every 100,000 people will deal with Parkinson's by their fourth decade of life...reactions2comments
Newly Diagnosed...Diagnosed last October after almost a year of many, many specialists telling me they had no idea what was wrong. My symptoms...reactions6comments
Now Hiring: Executive For My Brain - Apply Within...The first step in getting help is admitting you have a problem… I say, “Hi my name is Perky Parkie and I have...reactions2comments
My Mommy Has "Barkinson's"...We know that Parkinson’s disease doesn’t just impact the person diagnosed. It envelops all those surrounding… family, friends, co-workers, and even our...reactions4comments
How Does Parkinson's Disease Affect Driving?...APDA. MJ Fox, NPF, and www.awareincare.org all have great resources and wallet cards for you to use to prove you have PD...reactions3comments
10 Hidden Thoughts a Parkie Has...The fear of the unknown is a difficult pill to swallow. How do you prepare for a future that is unknown? You...reactions11comments
Myths and Misconceptions About Parkinson's...Although Parkinson’s disease (PD) is one of the most common neurological disorders, affecting approximately one million people in the United States, there...
Maia and Me Living with PD (Pt. 2)...Click here to read part one of "Maia and Me Living with PD". Choosing a dog requires careful consideration to make sure...reactions1comment
Parkinson's Disease...What's That?...My name is Tommy and I first learned of PD watching Muhammed Ali light the Olympic Torch at the Atlanta Olympics. I...reactions4comments
Sticker Giveaway Terms and Conditions...Official Rules, Terms and Conditions for Parkinson’s Disease Sticker Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE...reactionscomments
Parkinson’s Dementia...So I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s about 9 years ago. I’m doing pretty good with meds until one day my husband finds...reactions2comments
PD Pundit: Young-Onset Parkinson's Disease (YOPD)...Our resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic discussing young-onset Parkinson's disease. He shares his thoughts on how being...reactions1comment
PD Pundit: The Best Exercise for Parkinson's...Our resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic sharing his thoughts on exercise routines that are helpful for people...reactionscomments
Karen Kelly...I was just diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in July 2018. My job forced me to choose between being laidoff, fired or go...reactions4comments
Dave's Story...My name is Dave Koch. I am originally from Grand Forks, North Dakota. Both of my parents were physical therapists. As I...reactions6comments
It's Recess! So, Call Your Congressman...Recess! Around my house, Alice Cooper can be heard belting "school's out for summer!" I know you know the song, "School's Out!" But...reactions2comments
Coping with Parkinson's With Help From My Pets...We have had a pet companion in our lives since we moved to our home 20 years ago. Our beloved Golden Retriever...reactions11comments
PD Pundit: What Information Can You Trust?...Our resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic discussing what kind of information someone with Parkinson's can trust. To...reactionscomments
To Be or Not Be Out About My PD Diagnosis... That Is the Question...Choosing to be out about Parkinson’s is a big decision. My personal belief is that to be "out" is to control the narrative of...reactionscomments
