The months that followed my diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease were heavy and painful for both my head and my…
Shamsa Hussain
Shamsa was 27 when Parkinson’s entered her life. After her daughter’s birth, everything unraveled as Parkinson’s took her independence, career, and much of her physical and mental health. The following years brought another child, failed DBS surgery, and medication dependence, yet she continues to show resilience, strength, and determination.
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Articles by Shamsa Hussain
I am certain that anyone who has ever heard the life-shattering words “You have Parkinson’s disease” remembers exactly where they…
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