Photos courtesy of Mark Milow This is Mark Milow’s story: With a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis, there are a lot of things to consider. And that’s further complicated with a diagnosis of early-onset or young-onset Parkinson’s disease…

Charlotte Juarez after participating in a 5K as part of a recent Walt Disney World Marathon; she and others helped raise more than $100,000 for Parkinson’s research at the event. (Photos courtesy of Charlotte Juarez) This is Charlotte…

Photos courtesy of Christine Scheer. This is Christine Scheer’s story: After almost three years of masking, endless hand washing, keeping a safe distance from others, and getting all the vaccinations, including boosters, I tested positive for COVID-19.

Ruth Geiser as a young woman, shown in a photograph taken around 1982.  (Photos courtesy of Ruth Geiser) This is Ruth Geiser’s story: It took some time until I became aware of it, sneaking in on soft paws.

Katie Nathan performs an exercise demonstration. (Photos courtesy of Katie Nathan) This is Katie Nathan’s story: Movement and exercise are vital for improving and maintaining our health, and this couldn’t be more important for people with Parkinson’s…

Kim at a dinner celebrating her and her husband Tony’s wedding anniversary. (Photos courtesy of Kimberly Campeta) This is Kimberly Campeta’s story: Ironically, I think I’m happier since my Parkinson’s diagnosis, which I know sounds strange. I…

Mike Krukar at a stop for coffee during a morning walk in uptown Sedona. (Photos courtesy of Mike Krukar) This is Mike Krukar’s story: My name is Mike Krukar. I’m 66 years old and live among the beautiful…

Parkinson’s Awareness Month in April is a global opportunity to bring attention to the progressive neurodegenerative disease, as well as to educate communities about available resources, according to patients and advocates. Since 1997, World Parkinson’s Day has been celebrated…