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August 21, 2019August 19, 2019

Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery No.1 vs. Electro Dad

Columns, Shaking Things Up - a Column by Mary Beth Skylis

At the top of a Colorado mountain, I realize that my phone has just a single bar of service. I drop to the dusty ground, frantic to contact my ... Read more

August 21, 2019August 22, 2019

Finding Answers in a Sea of Information

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I had the symptoms long before the diagnosis. They started back in high school. By the age of 32, I was looking for answers, but finding the wrong ones. ... Read more

August 19, 2019August 14, 2019

It’s Important to Avoid Dehydration with Parkinson’s

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

The other day I did something stupid. Really stupid.  I love to putter in my garden on beautiful days. Only on this beautiful day, I crossed the line. My ... Read more

August 16, 2019August 13, 2019

With Parkinson’s, a Suntan Just Isn’t Worth It

Columns, Dr. C's Journey with PD - a column by Dr. C

Betty slapped George hard. There was no response, so she dialed 911. Parkinson’s disease (PD) had forced George into early retirement. He loved basking in the sun, diving into ... Read more

August 14, 2019August 12, 2019

Balance Issues Are Inevitable with Parkinson’s Disease

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Years ago, Harrison Ford played the role of Henry Turner, the main character in the movie “Regarding Henry.” Henry’s entire world shifts when he is shot in the head ... Read more

August 12, 2019August 8, 2019

Is What You Eat Making You Stink?

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

If you’ve had Parkinson’s disease for any amount of time, you’ve most likely heard that one of the symptoms is a loss of the sense of smell. You may ... Read more

August 9, 2019August 7, 2019

How I Steer My Inner Pain Conversation to a Place Where I Can Sleep

Columns, Dr. C's Journey with PD - a column by Dr. C

Bad pain day. Trying to keep my mind distracted. Perhaps a good show is on television. Or maybe a movie. The “off” cycle will kick in within a few ... Read more

August 7, 2019August 5, 2019

Are You Prepared for a Disaster? Here Are Some Tips

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Can you believe that August is already here and ticking away even as I click the keyboard keys? Yes, Christmas is just around the corner (although that is not ... Read more

August 6, 2019July 31, 2019

What Not to Say to Someone with Parkinson’s Disease

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

Not all people with Parkinson’s disease experience the same symptoms. For example, I am most affected by bradykinesia, poor fine motor skills, incontinence, and fatigue. I was inspired to ... Read more

August 5, 2019July 31, 2019

Frustrated and Angry? It’s Not People, It’s Parkinson’s

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I get angry if he does and frustrated when he doesn’t. “He” is my husband. I am getting rather self-conscious about going out in public. Sometimes, I feel like ... Read more