Al continuar la campaña de #EndParkinsons ( #terminemos con él Parkinson) este mes de abril reconocido como el mes de hacer conciencia por la enfermedad que afecta casi 10 millones de habitantes al rededor del mundo no debemos olvidarnos de aquellos que dan de su servicio y amor incondicional para cuidarnos. No cabe duda queContinue reading “El cambio de papeles- Dra. De Leon”
Category Archives: Parkinson’s Health
When Roles Change-By Dr. De Leon
As we continue to raise awareness for the nearly 10 million people suffering from Parkinson’s disease worldwide, we must not forget the unsung heroes who stand by our side day in and day out. There is no doubt that caring for a Parkinson’s person takes an entire village… The care partner who maybe a friend,Continue reading “When Roles Change-By Dr. De Leon”
Make the most out of your health team: by Dr. De Leon
As we continue to raise awareness for Parkinson’s and work together to #EndParkinsons, there are a few things I like to talk about. First, in order to have the best outcome with lower disability while living with PD is having a team of health professional to help guide you. The quaterback should be your neurologistContinue reading “Make the most out of your health team: by Dr. De Leon”
The perils of traveling when you have PD:by Dr. De Leon
As I have been traveling to promote my book and women in Parkinson’s issues, I am reminded of some of the perils of traveling which can make anyone a bit discombobulated but for those of us who suffer from a chronic illness like PD it can really throw us for a loop. I absolutely love travelingContinue reading “The perils of traveling when you have PD:by Dr. De Leon”
Dare to live with a plan: Dr. De Leon
Dear Future, I am READY….. “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams”…so keep dreaming. You will get there eventually. Many of us when we are first given a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease may feel that the end of the world is near or as if our lives are doomed.Continue reading “Dare to live with a plan: Dr. De Leon”
Breathing problems & PD: Dr. De Leon
“The Trick Is To Keep Breathing ” …because as long we are breathing we can start again! a friend asked if I could talk about nocturnal breathing problems with PD. I will try to discuss the causes and treatments here. As a trained Parkinson’s Doctor, I am still amazed by the enormity of symptomsContinue reading “Breathing problems & PD: Dr. De Leon”
Tips for dealing with Chronic Pain: by Dr. De Leon
As I have spent the last week or so dealing with one type of pain or another I thought it might be worthy to go over the different types of pain people with Parkinson’s disease can experience and discuss some of the ways we can treat such pains while maintaining a full life. LivingContinue reading “Tips for dealing with Chronic Pain: by Dr. De Leon”
An Overview of Common Skin & Wound Challenges Encountered In Parkinson’s Disease:By Dr. De Leon
Parkinson’s affects our insides and outsides and although commonly labeled as a movement disorder it has many more non -motor manifestations which can wreak havoc in our daily life’s . Some are cumbersome and embarrassing while others can be downright difficult to bear and live with. Since dopamine, the major neurotransmitter involved in PD aboundsContinue reading “An Overview of Common Skin & Wound Challenges Encountered In Parkinson’s Disease:By Dr. De Leon”
Camino al Mundial 2016 (Congreso del Parkinson -WPC 2016):Dra. De Leon
Estoy muy entusiasmada y agradecida de poder formar parte del comité encargado de los preparativos para un evento tan especial e importante como es el congreso mundial del Parkinson. Este evento se lleva acabo cada 3 años. El último se llevó acabo en Montreal. Este año se celebrará el cuarto Congreso Mundial en la ciudad deContinue reading “Camino al Mundial 2016 (Congreso del Parkinson -WPC 2016):Dra. De Leon”
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