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Being diagnosed with a complex and serious disease like Parkinson’s is never easy. Patients and caregivers immediately start considering what changes will be necessary in order to make day-to-day life easier and safer for the recently diagnosed. There are several things you can do to improve your daily routine while living with Parkinson’s. Many of these…

While the exact cause of Parkinson’s disease is currently unknown, scientists have come up with four possible theories according to the Mayo Clinic. 1. Genetics There are certain genes which, when they become mutated, cause Parkinson’s disease. However, these mutated genes are very rare, except in cases where…

In this video from the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Dr. Rachel Dolhun, neurologist and movement disorder specialist, talks about cognitive dysfunction in Parkinson’s disease patients. MORE: Four possible causes of Parkinson’s disease Dr. Dolhun explains that cognitive dysfunction is a non-motor symptom whereby a person’s…

Because Parkinson’s disease is a progressive condition, it can be difficult to spot the early warning signs. However, we’ve put together a list of 10 of the most common early signs and symptoms of the disease, according to the National Parkinson Foundation. 1. Tremors and Shaking This is…

Living with Parkinson’s disease can be difficult and the condition poses many challenges, however, there are ways that you can manage it to make your everyday life more comfortable. With this in mind, we’ve put together a list of seven ways to self-manage Parkinson’s disease based on information from Parkinson’s…

In this informative video from the Khan Academy, some of the less obvious and well-known symptoms of Parkinson’s disease are discussed. MORE: Four possible causes of Parkinson’s disease The film uses simple sketches to demonstrate what happens in the brain and body of a Parkinson’s disease patient. Many people…

https://vimeo.com/147381478 In this video from the Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson’s, physical therapist Mike Studer talks about how tracking can help Parkinson’s disease patients recognize and measure their progress over time. MORE: Discover seven ways to make your home safer if you have Parkinson’s disease Studer explains that patients often…

In this TODAY video, Today host Willie Geist talks to Michael J. Fox and Ryan Reynolds about Parkinson’s disease. MORE: 10 complications of Parkinson’s disease Michael J. Fox was famously diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 1991 when he was just 30 years old. Both Willie Geist’s and…

With winter just around the corner, it’s time we all started to look after ourselves a little more. Avoiding germs is one thing, but we can also try and boost our immune systems by getting plenty of sleep and eating the right foods. Here are nine foods well-known for their…

In this Veterans Health Association video, we learn a little more about advanced Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis from San Francisco VAMC, talks about the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease in later stages, including dementia, depression, incontinence and urinary problems. MORE: Discover what dopamine is and what role it…