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Disability

Im 43 with PD and self employed. I work for myself on a govt contract in Maryland. I filed for disabilty last year which i was denied because i make too much...

Im 43 with PD and self employed. I work for myself on a govt contract in Maryla...

gwenh

•12 years ago

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Speaking Aloud

There is so much to be said, to be spoken aloud, to be voiced without shame to scream so damn loud I need to be heard without feeling blame,...

There is so much to be said, to be spoken aloud, to be voiced without shame...

jupiterjane

•12 years ago

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Is there any help after a shopping addiction while on Mirapex?

I was on Mirapex for about 9 months, and ran up about $30,000 due to shopping addiction. I've been off of it for about 6 months and just now getting to where...

I was on Mirapex for about 9 months, and ran up about $30,000 due to shopping ad...

minicoopmom

•12 years ago

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When do I give up trying to help.

My husband has no motivation. He wants everything done for him. I have to constantly tell him that the longer he at least tries to do some things for him...

My husband has no motivation. He wants everything done for him. I have to const...

Gloria-John

•12 years ago

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Is anyone having a problem with excessive coughing up of phleghm?

Does anyone else have this problem? I am having so much problem with phlegm. Having allergy shots for years. Nasal sprays, flovent, zyrtec, now pd dr. put me...

Does anyone else have this problem? I am having so much problem with phlegm. Ha...

Parki

•12 years ago

17 Replies

Belated weekend blog

Hi all Hope everyone is enjoying the weekend. I had a lovely day with my kids yesterday. I'm at work right now til 10pm then on a sleep in and on shift til...

Hi all Hope everyone is enjoying the weekend. I had a lovely day with my kids y...

AndyC

•12 years ago

27 Replies

Does anyone know where anyone living in N.Y. State can get medical assistance with their medical bills?

I have a Medicare Advantage plan and also an AARP prescription insurance plan. My Medicare Advantage plan charges a $50.00 co-pay to see a specialist of any...

I have a Medicare Advantage plan and also an AARP prescription insurance plan. M...

usa55

•12 years ago

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What are the short-term and long-term PD benefits of prolonged running or cycling?

I have not had PD long enough to know for sure but I have developed a hypothesis that running for over 45 minutes diminishes the symptoms of Parkinson’s...

I have not had PD long enough to know for sure but I have developed a hypothesis...

rsahm99

•12 years ago

14 Replies

Can anyone tell me the very last stage, How in may affect someone?

Ivey

•12 years ago

16 Replies

Come to Parkinson Symposium in Grand Rapids

Do not miss the Grand Challenges in Parkinson's Disease symposium at the Van Andel Institute in Grand Rapids in September. Several exciting talks! Registration...

Do not miss the Grand Challenges in Parkinson's Disease symposium at the Van And...

TransPark

•12 years ago

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A test for Parkinson's with a phone call

I would like to share this fascinating TED talk which I came across: http://www.ted.com/talks/max_little_a_test_for_parkinson_s_with_a_phone_call.html It...

I would like to share this fascinating TED talk which I came across: http://ww...

Hidden

•12 years ago

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A big thank you to all those who took part in our Non-Motor Symptoms Survey

The non-motor symptoms survey discovered that sleep disruption is almost universal for those living with Parkinson’s. For instance 80% of people living with...

The non-motor symptoms survey discovered that sleep disruption is almost univers...

CPT_Helen

Partner•12 years ago

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Seeking the best resources for people with Parkinson's - can you help?

We are looking for the very best resources for people with Parkinson's from all around the world. These resources could be advice leaflets for the newly...

We are looking for the very best resources for people with Parkinson's from all ...

CPT_Helen

Partner•12 years ago

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Seeking the best examples of resources for people with Parkinson's

We are looking for the very best resources for people with Parkinson's from all around the world. These resources could be advice leaflets for the newly...

We are looking for the very best resources for people with Parkinson's from all ...

CPT_Helen

Partner•12 years ago

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Madopar and what I might expect

Ive just started on Madopar 50/12.5, along with 24mg requip xl, is it normal to feel zonked about 2 hrs after dose? How do I manage that & a job!

Ive just started on Madopar 50/12.5, along with 24mg requip xl, is it normal to ...

emswife

•12 years ago

4 Replies

Increasing Mobility/Reducing Stiffness

My mom was diagnosed with Parkinson's just about five years ago. No surprise, but she gets stiff and her body doesn't move as it once did and she gets...

My mom was diagnosed with Parkinson's just about five years ago. No surprise, b...

msfelchy

•12 years ago

16 Replies

It sucks !!

It sucks having Parkinson's and being Italian I can't use my hands when I talk my voice is low , ok if I was Mr. Brando in the Godfather lol ! Im not the bad...

It sucks having Parkinson's and being Italian I can't use my hands when I talk m...

Hidden

•12 years ago

6 Replies

Hell yes!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9L3grkwSzc Now if this doesn't make you want to seize life I'll go naked in Tesco!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9L3grkwSzc Now if this doesn't make you want ...

Hidden

•12 years ago

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Anybody else struggling with depression?

I am 59 and was dxed in 2009. I was exercising and doing okay, but now I am feeling fearful about the progression of the PD. I was a concert violist for 35...

I am 59 and was dxed in 2009. I was exercising and doing okay, but now I am fee...

JanellenGrimaldi

•12 years ago

31 Replies

Here I go again !

It's been a year already since my last clinical trial . This last one was with the use of gene therapy . I was on MJF web site and summited my name for three...

It's been a year already since my last clinical trial . This last one was with t...

Hidden

•12 years ago

6 Replies

Am relieved that DaT confirmed PD so I wrote a little blog

I am Blessed…. I have Parkinson’s Disease I thought I did. but know one was sure. I have other confusing issues so it was hard to say. I just wanted an...

I am Blessed…. I have Parkinson’s Disease I thought I did. but know one was su...

StephCabo

•12 years ago

7 Replies

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL KILLS ME

I just watched the Olympic women's semi final games . Japan vs France and Canada vs US. Both were stunning displays of true world class athleticism... I am...

I just watched the Olympic women's semi final games . Japan vs France and Canad...

etterus

•12 years ago

4 Replies

Frustrated every time I push it a little exercise wise to get moving I get dystonia......

Hi everyone, moaning sesssion......... I have dystonia secondary to PD. Lucky girl :) I like to be active with my yoga etc. but as soon as try and do a...

Hi everyone, moaning sesssion......... I have dystonia secondary to PD. Luck...

Yogibear

•12 years ago

6 Replies

Sinemet and not sleeping........

Sinemet is great but I am finding that I go a few days with a straight 5hrs sleep - yippee and then I go a few days with sleeping for an hour waking and then...

Sinemet is great but I am finding that I go a few days with a straight 5hrs slee...

Yogibear

•12 years ago

10 Replies

More on my trip to Bali

Well I messed up and posted the first part of my trip description as an answer to comment from my original post. But the most important part of my trip is...

Well I messed up and posted the first part of my trip description as an answer t...

Sadiesadie

•12 years ago

4 Replies

Rare Diseases Suck

In July of 2007 I was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. I was relieved because it explained a lot of the wierd symptoms I was having, unfortunatly it did not...

In July of 2007 I was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. I was relieved because...

jupiterjane

•12 years ago

9 Replies

what is DBS

peteh

•12 years ago

1 Reply

How long have you had PD?

I was diagnosed with Parkinson's DIsease in 2003. I spent w great deal of time studying and reading and talking to poeple about the disease. I came to the...

I was diagnosed with Parkinson's DIsease in 2003. I spent w great deal of time s...

Koko

•12 years ago

17 Replies

DBS here i come....

Finally decided to go for it.....am petrified...I am going on August 13th for my orientation

Finally decided to go for it.....am petrified...I am going on August 13th for my...

SuKas

•12 years ago

50 Replies

Caffeine may improve Parkinsons symptoms

A recent study in which subjects had 200mg 2x daily of caffeine for 3 weeks ( at morning and lunch so as not to effect sleep) showed that it had motor benefits...

A recent study in which subjects had 200mg 2x daily of caffeine for 3 weeks ( at...

Kat00

•12 years ago

19 Replies

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All posts for August 2012

Disability

Speaking Aloud

Is there any help after a shopping addiction while on Mirapex?

When do I give up trying to help.

Is anyone having a problem with excessive coughing up of phleghm?

Belated weekend blog

Does anyone know where anyone living in N.Y. State can get medical assistance with their medical bills?

What are the short-term and long-term PD benefits of prolonged running or cycling?

Can anyone tell me the very last stage, How in may affect someone?

Come to Parkinson Symposium in Grand Rapids

A test for Parkinson's with a phone call

A big thank you to all those who took part in our Non-Motor Symptoms Survey

Seeking the best resources for people with Parkinson's - can you help?

Seeking the best examples of resources for people with Parkinson's

Madopar and what I might expect

Increasing Mobility/Reducing Stiffness

It sucks !!

Hell yes!

Anybody else struggling with depression?

Here I go again !

Am relieved that DaT confirmed PD so I wrote a little blog

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL KILLS ME

Frustrated every time I push it a little exercise wise to get moving I get dystonia......

Sinemet and not sleeping........

More on my trip to Bali

Rare Diseases Suck

what is DBS

How long have you had PD?

DBS here i come....

Caffeine may improve Parkinsons symptoms

Search posts

Latest poll

In your adult life, have you ever had a Helicobacter pylori infection?

Topics

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