• A Challenge for Researchers

    A Challenge for Researchers

    The medications we have available are only for symptomatic treatment. They do not change the disease course. But exercise seems to go one step beyond and protect the brain at the neuronal level. Sule Tinaz, MD, PhD Every month, I try to attend the “Exercise and Parkinson’s Disease ZOOM Group…

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  • Matter of Mind: My Parkinson’s

    Matter of Mind: My Parkinson’s

    Last year, Michael J Fox released his documentary “Still”, which gave us insight into his very long battle with Parkinson’s. This week, PBS aired a documentary in the series Matter of Mind, this time focusing on 3 people with Parkinson’s. (The other parts of the series focus on ALS and…

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  • Parkinson’s Awareness Month

    Parkinson’s Awareness Month

    We need more awareness to break the myths and stereotypes around the condition… It can impact anyone, regardless of age or ethnicity Manon Day Today is the start of Parkinson’s Awareness Month. There are many opportunities for you to celebrate – yes celebrate- all things Parkinson’s. You can walk for…

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I’m Sharon

Welcome to Twitchy Woman.

I started Twitchy Woman as a way to exchange ideas and solutions with other whose lives have been affected. It has been recognized by Everyday Health, Healthline, Stanford University and more as one of the top Parkinson’s blogs to follow. Each month I host a free Zoom webinar exclusively for other “Twitchy Women” with Parkinson’s Disease.

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A Son’s Journey

A new book by super Parkinson’s Advocate George Ackerman

Just out “A Son’s Journey from Parkinson’s DIsease Caregiver to Advocate. I am looking forward to reading this new book today.

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Sunday Mornings with Twitchy Woman

Sunday May 19, 2024

Time for Ping Pong!

Maureen and Trent will talk about Ping Pong for Good – a program for people with PD.

If you live in Los Angeles and want to participate in the live Ping Pong demo, please contact Sharon for details.

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This program is open to everyone.

Want to practice Ping Pong at home but don’t have room for a Ping Pong table?Click on the image to learn more.

Clinical Trials Corner

LIGHT–PD

The University of Rochester and Dr. Ray Dorsey have an interesting new clinical trial in which you participate from the comfort of your own home, doesn’t involve changes to your current meds, and you can earn $500.00!  All interactions with the medical  team will be via Zoom and phone. 

Read more here