What Young-onset Parkinson’s Can Look Like
Not so many years ago, I was taking 27 pills a day to curb my Parkinson’s symptoms. That number didn’t include the supplements I was advised to take along with my…
Journeying Through Parkinson’s Disease
— Sherri Woodbridge
Sherri was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s disease over 15 years ago. She can be found working in her garden, going for walks, taking pictures, or reading books to her three favorite grandkids. Sherri is taking life somewhat slower, and perhaps with guarded steps, but she’s not giving in.
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Saying Goodbye to ‘Journeying Through Parkinson’s Disease’
How do I start this? What do I say? A few years after I was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s disease, I went to my movement disorder specialist for my routine, three-month…
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Sherri Woodbridge -- Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease
Dealing with Strangers and ‘The Stare’
It’s bound to happen. You know, that dreaded moment when a stranger can’t stop looking at you because you can’t stop wiggling. If only you could sit down and put your hands under your…
Parkinson’s Disease: Live It with Vitality
I received an email from someone concerned that they may have the beginnings of Parkinson’s. I have met others with the disease, but not someone wondering if the…
Cherish Life’s Fleeting Moments and Do Not Surrender
I am not the first to realize how quickly time flies. My oldest son turned 34 this year. I remember thinking my mom was really old when I found out that she was 34.
An Introduction to ‘Journeying Through Parkinson’s Disease,’ a Column by Sherri Woodbridge
The other day I ran across a quote that read something to the effect, “I never realized that one day I would wake up sick and never get better.” I suppose, with those of…
