Living with Parkinson's disease often means finding new ways to accomplish routine tasks, like grocery shopping. Read Patti Lightner's tips for making successful trips to and from the grocery store.
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While the concept of acupuncture may not sound therapeutic at first, this ancient Chinese practice can hold many benefits for patients, including those with Parkinson's disease. Taryn Simpson has decided to try some acupuncture treatments and will be reporting on the outcome at a future date.
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Being a caregiver can be stressful. Erica Jacques describes some of the benefits of taking a break every now and then, even if it is only for an hour. Read some of her suggestions for Parkinson’s disease caregivers.
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Nashville is home to more than just country music legends. Brent Peterson, a successful hockey coach, calls the city home as well. Peterson has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, but is determined not to let his disease stop him professionally or personally.
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Perhaps few people give much thought to the man for whom Parkinson's disease is named. Taryn Simpson relates the story of James Parkinson who first identified and published the symptoms of a disease that would later bear his name.
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The power of the mind over the body has been the subject of much research. Read this anecdotal evidence of how one woman's thoughts greatly impacted her physical condition once she was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
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Stutter steps and freezing episodes are some of the more common, and more troublesome, Parkinson's disease symptoms. These symptoms can make movement a serious challenge. One doctor has designed glasses that provide the wearer with visual cues that can aid in overcoming difficulty walking.
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In this election year, it's important to educate yourself on the different policies of each candidate, especially when it comes to policies that could potentially impact the Parkinson's disease community, like stem cell research. Taryn Simpson has compiled information about each candidate's stand on stem cell research.
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More than just the subject of a popular TV show, dancing can be beneficial for Parkinson's disease patients. Read more about how dancing can ease Parkinson's disease symptoms.
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Narcolepsy has been linked to Parkinson's disease according to new research. Parkinson's disease patients have severe damage in the same small group of neurons in the brain that, when lost, cause narcolepsy. This may lead to new treatments for "sleep attacks" in Parkinson's patients.
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