Parkinson Pantheon: Nenad Bach
******** ******** Nenad Bach is the reason why we have Ping Pong Parkinson. He is a world-class musician who lost the ability to play his many instruments when he came […]
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Back in the Swim of Things
******** ******** I’m back to working out 5 – 6 days/week. In the pool I’ve been swimming 1,200 meters (about 3/4 of a mile) twice a week, and plan to
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How Important is Exercise For People Living with Parkinson’s?
******** ******** One of the most effective treatments for Parkinson’s disease is exercise. People frequently inquire about the “best” Parkinson’s exercise program. Most experts agree that the most effective strategy
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Paws for Parkinson’s: Why You Should Consider Getting a Service Dog
********** ********** Parkinson’s disease (PD) currently affects more than 10 million people worldwide. And while there still isn’t a cure, there are non-medical alternative treatments that are recommended for patients
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Reducing Fall Rates for People with Parkinson’s
Reducing Fall Rates for People with Parkinson’s ******** ******** Falling and fear of falling terrify many people with moderate-to-advanced Parkinson’s disease. According to a 2016 study (Highly Challenging Balance Program
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Practical Tips for Thriving After a Chronic Diagnosis
***** Practical Tips for Thriving After a Chronic Diagnosis by Janet Campbell, Guest Author A chronic diagnosis can be a lot to handle. There are so many things to
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I Retired!
******* I’m retired now. My last day of work was June 30, and my last paycheck will be August 31. On the day I retired, my husband and I were
The Sun in Poetry: “In the Yellowstone”
********** In the Yellowstone Little pin-prick geysers, spitting and sputtering; Little foaming geysers, that spatter and cough; Bubbling geysers, that gurgle out of the calyx of morning glory pools; Laughing
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Palliative Care vs. Hospice: What’s the Difference?
********** Palliative Care vs. Hospice: What’s the Difference? I recently attended an online seminar for people with Parkinson’s disease, which discussed the differences between palliative care and hospice. In many
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The Sun in Poetry: My Love
********** My Love My love has hair Like midnight, But midnight fades to dawn. My love has eyes Like starlight, But starlight fades in morn. My love has a voice
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