Could CBD Help to Ease Parkinson’s Symptoms?
As a Colorado resident, I often wonder about the healing power of plants. We live in a time when the…
Articles by Mary Beth Skylis
Here’s Why You Should Consider Getting a Dog
I’m notorious for attempting to convince everyone in my life to get a dog. I love the furry…
A Rock Steady Boxing Party Showed Me a Community that Cares
Christmas hung in the air, smelling faintly of cheese platters and wine. Dad and I had decided to…
Deep Brain Stimulation: Time for a Tuneup
My sister, Dad, and I waited in the doctor’s office before Christmas for his deep brain stimulation (DBS) appointment.
Weight Loss and Parkinson’s Disease
Dad used to tell us that he has two sets of clothes: a normal set and a set of “skinny…
Managing the Cost of Chronic Illness
Chronic illness is expensive. It costs money, time, and peace of mind. Whether you’re sifting through your worries…
Looking at Parkinson’s Potential Links to the Gut Microbiome
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 Hard
Writing about Parkinson’s disease is a cumbersome game. I’m a journalist in my regular life, so I’m no stranger to…
Muhammad Ali’s Life and Parkinson’s Legacy
Dad has always loved films about fighters. There’s an allure to watching an underdog rise to fame. Maybe he’s mesmerized…
James Parkinson’s Work Paved the Way for Future Research
James Parkinson changed the course of medical history when he first described the “Shaking Palsy” in 1817, at a…