Atypical Parkinsonism Blog
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Atypical Parkinsonism Blog by: Laura Louizos
Navigating the Spectrum: Understanding Subtypes...
Welcome to our deep dive into the complex world of Atypical Parkinsonism, where we unravel the tapestry of symptoms and subtypes that deviate from the more commonly known Parkinson's disease....
Navigating the Spectrum: Understanding Subtypes...
Welcome to our deep dive into the complex world of Atypical Parkinsonism, where we unravel the tapestry of symptoms and subtypes that deviate from the more commonly known Parkinson's disease....
The Shift in Roles: Caring for Our Parents
As our parents age, especially when they face health challenges, we often find ourselves stepping into roles we never imagined. It's a profound shift – from being the child to...
The Shift in Roles: Caring for Our Parents
As our parents age, especially when they face health challenges, we often find ourselves stepping into roles we never imagined. It's a profound shift – from being the child to...
Understanding the Four Stages of Multiple Syste...
Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) is a rare, progressive neurodegenerative disorder that impacts movement, balance, and autonomic functions. Here's a closer look at the symptoms across its four stages: Stage 1:...
Understanding the Four Stages of Multiple Syste...
Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) is a rare, progressive neurodegenerative disorder that impacts movement, balance, and autonomic functions. Here's a closer look at the symptoms across its four stages: Stage 1:...
The Power of Shared Experiences in Navigating A...
When facing the challenges of atypical Parkinsonism, including conditions like Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), and Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD), the journey can feel isolating and overwhelming. However,...
The Power of Shared Experiences in Navigating A...
When facing the challenges of atypical Parkinsonism, including conditions like Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), and Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD), the journey can feel isolating and overwhelming. However,...
Misdiagnosed: When Parkinson's Isn't Parkinson's
The journey to a Parkinson's disease (PD) diagnosis can be fraught with uncertainties, especially when the symptoms mimic those of other neurodegenerative disorders. Atypical parkinsonism, often referred to as "Parkinson's...
Misdiagnosed: When Parkinson's Isn't Parkinson's
The journey to a Parkinson's disease (PD) diagnosis can be fraught with uncertainties, especially when the symptoms mimic those of other neurodegenerative disorders. Atypical parkinsonism, often referred to as "Parkinson's...
Hospice Care: A Journey of Support, Not Surrender
Hospice care is often misunderstood as the final act of giving up hope, but in reality, it's about enhancing the quality of life when cure is no longer the primary...
Hospice Care: A Journey of Support, Not Surrender
Hospice care is often misunderstood as the final act of giving up hope, but in reality, it's about enhancing the quality of life when cure is no longer the primary...
Laura Louizos, Blog Author
Laura Louizos is a blogger, advocate, and founder of the Coleen Cunningham Foundation (CCF), raising awareness for atypical Parkinsonism, including PSP. Inspired by her mother’s 2018 PSP diagnosis, Laura shares her caregiver journey—struggles, triumphs, and insights—while offering resources and tips for living with neurodegenerative diseases. Her candid, inspiring blog supports a global community. Passionate and dedicated, Laura amplifies understanding and hope for those affected.
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