In this episode, Melissa Carlson and I share what we learned at the Team Fox MVP Celebrations in New York City. Team Fox is the grassroots community fundraising program of The Michael J. Fox Foundation and each year they bring the top fundraisers together to share the latest on research, what they are funding, and to network with one another. In 2021, my Team Fox group raised over $86,000! And we're doing it again this year.

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In this episode, I share Steve Brandenburg's PD story, "Pass the Kool-Aid". Steve is a PD patient who has undergone DBS surgery (which we will talk about in a future episode) and is our Podcast Producer. He shares his fears, and the dark place he went to; but then he shares how he found hope and a community that changed his outlook on life. We all want to "get to the other side" of this diagnosis (aka: feel normal again). So we need to learn how to accept it and find others we can relate to you. Find a community of PD patients that you can talk to - get to that other side. 

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In this episode, our special guest, Samantha Anderson, shares her diagnosis journey. As a 36-year-old Young-onset Parkinson's patient, Samantha has fears of what Parkinson's will bring to her future, but instead of constantly focusing on "what might happen", she decided to start "living in the present".

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In this episode, our special guest, Dave Kolbe, a local Construction business owner, talks about his journey with Parkinson's (and a cancer diagnosis). He talks about how he shared his diagnosis with family, co-workers, and eventually his clients. Learn how Dave handles stress, incorporates exercise, and how he's managing the future of his company. A true inspiration!

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In this episode, our special guest, retired Major General Denny Laich, shares how the stoic philosophy helped in dealing with his recent Parkinson's diagnosis.

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In this episode, we share our personal stories of how we each talked to family, friends and co-workers. Each in our own way - as we say in our exercise class, "you do you". I talked to everyone and everyone but that's just me. You might want to keep things to yourself. But I hope it helps to hear how others have shared their diagnosis.

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In this episode, we have a show and tell! As our disease progresses, our ability to do everyday tasks becomes more difficult. Brian shares a few of his favorite products - ranging from an electric toothbrush to a specific mouse of his computer and many more!

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In this episode, we are joined by Roz Parish, a Parkinson's friend, who is preparing to undergo DBS surgery (Deep Brain Stimulation) two weeks from now. We had her share her excitement, fears, and ultimately, what led her to this surgical decision. DBS might not be for everyone, but it's always helpful to know what options are out there for PD patients. As always - consult with your doctor!

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In this episode, our special guest, Melissa Carlson, owner of the gym, PDNexSteps, talks about the importance of adding exercise to our daily routine. We focus specifically on how squats benefit everyday living such as getting in and out of a car, standing up, and sitting down. Squats - they're game-changers :)

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In this episode, we discuss how rigidity and dystonia in your feet affect our everyday lives. From how it feels to drive a car to not being able to wear high heels any longer due to the discomfort. As always, talk to your doctor about new or worsening symptoms. There may be things that can help outside of medication like exercises or botox. And don't be shy - go out and find some cute, stylish, but comfy orthopedic shoes! 

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