Parkinson’s disease forced my husband and me to switch roles
When my husband was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease at age 38, I worried about the effects it would have on him and my children, but I didn’t think about…
The Bright Side — Jamie Askari
Jamie Askari is from Cleveland, Ohio, and serves as the managing director of Premier Health Advocates, LLC, a small medical advocacy organization. Her husband, Arman, was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease in 2009, at age 38. Jamie and Arman have three grown children. She has named her column “The Bright Side” (actually, her husband named it!) because of their positive attitude regarding Parkinson’s and all aspects of their lives.
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My experience attending an event for Parkinson’s care partners
It was a cold, gray, rainy Saturday in Cleveland. My husband, Arman, and I would typically spend this kind of day relaxing at home, reading, renting a movie, or binge-watching a series while I…
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I’m uncomfortable with questions about my husband’s Parkinson’s
I’m casually strolling through the grocery store, a simple pleasure we all took for granted before the COVID-19 lockdowns. How exciting it is to be able to be in a store again, instead…
We’re trying vitamin B1 for help in treating Parkinson’s disease
Note: This column describes the author’s own experiences with vitamin B1, as well as other supplements and treatments. Not everyone will have the same response to treatment. Consult your doctor before starting or stopping…
Shaving safely is the latest challenge while living with Parkinson’s
Here is a riddle for you: “How do people with Parkinson’s disease shave?” “Very carefully!” Not long after my husband Arman’s diagnosis of early-onset Parkinson’s disease in 2009, it was clear…
Moving to a new home helps us prioritize safety with Parkinson’s
My husband, Arman, and I spent almost 20 years of our married life in one house. Before that, we moved several times during his medical training, but the majority of our family memories were…
What is palliative care, and should we consider it for Parkinson’s?
When I am not writing my column for Parkinson’s News Today, I work for a small healthcare company. One of my favorite parts of the job is coordinating care for clients. I…
7 ways Parkinson’s patients and caregivers can reduce stress
Stress! Life is full of it, and it’s nearly impossible to avoid. Although stress is our body’s natural reaction to dealing with a difficult situation, it doesn’t feel very natural. There are many types…
Laughter is key to happiness in our life with Parkinson’s
I love a funny movie. Our family often rewatches our favorites over and over again. Some jokes just never get old. The more we watch, the better the punchlines become. My recipe for a…
Adjusting to life with Parkinson’s means focusing on what you can do
I read a fantastic column on another Bionews site this week. (Bionews is the parent company of this website.) It was about how columnist Robin Stemple missed out on travels and experiences…
Finding joy in small things helps me manage the stress of Parkinson’s
Every single morning of my life, the sun has come up. For almost 53 years, the same sun has risen and set daily. The beautiful ball of fire in the sky tells us when…
A proactive approach: Working at physical and occupational therapy
I recently discussed the importance of creating a solid care team to treat Parkinson’s. Expanding on that, I thought it’d be helpful to discuss a vital part of our current care plan:…
With Parkinson’s, the right care team can be a game changer
When I’m not busy writing my weekly column for Parkinson’s News Today, I’m the managing director of a small medical advocacy organization in Cleveland. In this role, I’ve learned much about our…
