********** ********** According to today’s Rolling Stone, Donald Trump wants to increase executions of guilty inmates and perhaps broadcast the executions on public websites. He’s also thinking about bringing back […]
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********** ********** A few days ago I turned 70. It doesn’t feel any different than, say, turning 45 or 50 – I’m still me. Two events that made the day
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******** ******** Jimmy Choi is someone I’ve admired for years. Diagnosed with PD as a young man, he spent many years just sitting on his couch, moping and putting on
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******** ******** 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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******** ******** Here’s a haiku that’s also a joke: The sky is gray milk. I could compose a haiku. But apathy… The joke is that haiku are supposed to
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******** ******** 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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******** ******** 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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********** ********** 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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******** Living Alone and Staying Independent with Parkinson’s Disease ******** Living alone has advantages and disadvantages; for each person with Parkinson’s disease, living independently means something different. Everyday issues are
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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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