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What Doesn't Kill Me - Parkinson's Disease - Ep 5 Audio Connie Colon
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Parkinson's disease a neurodegenerative disease that impacts the part of the brain that produces dopamine which causes a vast array of symptoms such as tremors, involuntary movements, stiffness, pain, balance problems, memory loss and cognitive problems. Connie shares her early onset journey with Parkinson's all while offering advice, guidance and hope.
00:40 Insights offered for this episode.
01:04 Who is Connie Colon?
05:22 What is Parkinson's Disease?
06:00 Invisible symptoms
10:58 Who are the specialists to see for Parkinson's?
15:50 What are the many visible and invisible symptoms?
23:40 Highlight on the invisible symptoms
23:42 Online classes offered free by Parkinson's Place
24:20 Pain is amplified by Parkinson's.
26:38 More symptoms along with the differences between support group vs Facebook groups
32:24 The importance of modifications and adaptations.
34:40 Foods known to improve Dopamine levels
38:56 Treatments that have helped Connie.
41:03 Prescription assistance programs, the PAN41 program
48:38 Importance of asking for support and help
49:40 The stereotypes to be aware of and what not to say to patients.
54:12 Best advice from Connie
59:20 What doesn't kill me - Connie's response
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