If you’re in the same boat as my dad, chances are that your gym is on lockdown. Dad was disappointed…
Mary Beth Skylis
Mary Beth Skylis (she/her) lives in Colorado, where she works as a full-time freelance writer. As a columnist for Backpacker Magazine and Women's Health, she spends most of her time learning about the latest developments in the outdoor and health industries. When her dad was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2013, she began conducting research and looking for ways to share her journey. Joining BioNews was the result. Now she works as a forum moderator and continues to share monthly musings about life with Parkinson’s disease.
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Articles by Mary Beth Skylis
My dad was a firm believer in his flip phone and knew it would survive if he dropped…
As a Colorado resident, I often wonder about the healing power of plants. We live in a time when the…
I’m notorious for attempting to convince everyone in my life to get a dog. I love the furry…
Christmas hung in the air, smelling faintly of cheese platters and wine. Dad and I had decided to…
My sister, Dad, and I waited in the doctor’s office before Christmas for his deep brain stimulation (DBS) appointment.
Dad used to tell us that he has two sets of clothes: a normal set and a set of “skinny…
Chronic illness is expensive. It costs money, time, and peace of mind. Whether you’re sifting through your worries…
I wonder if my dad’s battle with ulcerative colitis is linked to his struggles with Parkinson’s disease. Because of…
Writing about Parkinson’s disease is a cumbersome game. I’m a journalist in my regular life, so I’m no stranger to…