Parkinson's Disease and COVID-19Since 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"... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Telling Your Story May Be Good for Your Health“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to better management of my symptoms (and I could... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Parkinson's Awareness Month: Finding a Middle GroundApril 1 marks the first day of Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month. This month, our theme is finding a middle ground. Life is full of ebbs and flows, pushes and pulls... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Others May Not “See” It. But I Feel It.During Invisible Illness Awareness Week, we want to recognize and shed light on all those affected by an illness that may go unnoticed despite the major impact your illness has... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
World Hospice & Palliative Care Day 2020: Voices from the CommunityEach year, World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is observed in October. This year, October 10 will mark the day to celebrate and support hospice and palliative care around the... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ending Parkinson's Disease Book Giveaway (Now Closed)With approximately 60,000 Americans being diagnosed with Parkinson's each year, preventing this disease is on the forefront of the scientific and medical community. Along with prevention, is the need for... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Parkinson's Awareness Month: Know What I KnowIt's April and that means it's Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month! This community knows that Parkinson's disease is much more complex than what appears on the surface -- the symptoms go... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Mental Health Month 2019Each May, we take time to remind ourselves to care for our mental health. This year, the idea of physical vs. mental health is on our minds. Mental Health Month... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Relationships and Parkinson'sWith all of the areas of life that Parkinson's impacts, relationships can often be a challenging subject. The people closest to you may now take on a role of support... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Gathering for the Holidays with Parkinson'sWhether it's traveling to another's house or hosting a gathering at your own, getting ready for the holidays can take you out of your daily routine in managing your Parkinson's... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Caregiving Around the ClockWhether it's ensuring that the correct medication schedule is followed, driving to a doctor's appointment, or helping with everyday tasks, caregivers and care partners of people with Parkinson's disease wear... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Pain Awareness MonthWhether mild or severe, pain is a symptom felt by many of those with Parkinson's disease. Musculoskeletal pain, nerve pain, and dystonia are some of the types of pain that... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Spotlight: Traveling with PDWhether you're considering a long vacation, short weekend getaway, or just going to the store, traveling may seem like it's out of the question for people with Parkinson's disease. With... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Spotlight: Mental Health MonthThe month of May is Mental Health Month, so please join us in raising awareness for the importance of mental health. Many people with Parkinson's disease (PD) suffer from different... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments