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August 15, 2018August 14, 2018

What Is It Like to Live with Parkinson’s Disease?

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I read a post recently in a Facebook group for people with Parkinson’s disease. The poster asked fellow group members what their response would be to others when asked ... Read more

August 13, 2018August 14, 2018

Parkinson’s Disease and a Tulip

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

If you were to see a yellow ribbon logo, you’d think of supporting our troops. A pink ribbon is associated with supporting breast cancer awareness. But a tulip? Ah, ... Read more

August 8, 2018August 6, 2018

I Want to Be a Smooth Stone

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I took a walk over a waterfall the other day. The power of the water rushing beneath me was incredible. So powerful, in fact, that were I to have ... Read more

August 7, 2018August 10, 2018

What Is Helping Me the Most in My Parkinson’s Battle?

Columns, Slow is the New Fast - a Column by Jean Mellano

No two Parkinson’s disease patients are alike I am slowly coming to realize that each diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD) is unique. PD patients suffer different symptoms and different ... Read more

August 6, 2018August 8, 2018

Noticing the Signs of Parkinson’s Disease in a Loved One

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

If you were to go to a Parkinson’s disease website, you’d probably find a post on signs and symptoms of PD. The problem is that it can be hard ... Read more

August 1, 2018August 3, 2018

Some Thoughts About Treating Parkinson’s Disease

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Someone told you that you or someone you love has Parkinson’s disease (PD). You’ve also heard that it is incurable. Nevertheless, can it be treated? If so, what medicines ... Read more

July 30, 2018August 1, 2018

Disabled Body in an Able-bodied Restaurant

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

My husband and I recently tried out a new restaurant in town (new to us) for lunch to celebrate our 38th wedding anniversary. We decided to sit outside as ... Read more

July 25, 2018July 27, 2018

These Parkinson’s Disease Movies Encourage, Inspire, and Entertain

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

A few weeks ago, I came across an Everyday Health article about Parkinson’s disease (PD) movies. Not just any Parkinson’s movies, but the best Parkinson’s movies. Using the label ... Read more

July 23, 2018July 24, 2018

What is Parkinson’s Disease? This is Parkinson’s Disease

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

My knees are shaking and it’s not from nervousness. This is Parkinson’s disease. Stiff muscles abound throughout my aching body. This is Parkinson’s disease. My lips quiver, my teeth ... Read more

July 18, 2018July 23, 2018

The ABCs of Parkinson’s: The Letter D

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Fourth in a series. Read part one, two, and three. In this column, the letter D is for dystonia, drooling, and dandelions. Dystonia Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder that ... Read more