We first introduced you to E-Patient Dave – a well-known blogger, author and keynote speaker in the healthcare space – last summer. Given our similar views on many health matters, we see a lot of E-Patient Dave at the conferences and events we attend. Case in point, our President and Co-Founder Ben Heywood was on… Continue reading E-Patient Dave’s Top Internet Resources
Category: Parkinson’s Disease
Thriving Against Expectations: Ben Heywood’s Moving TEDx Cambridge Talk
Last November, we shared our takeaways from TEDx Cambridge, a one-day event featuring 30+ speakers and lots of Ideas Worth Spreading (TED’s mission). The theme for this particular gathering was “Thrive.” How can we as individuals – and communities – not just survive but thrive? One of the speakers to take a crack at that… Continue reading Thriving Against Expectations: Ben Heywood’s Moving TEDx Cambridge Talk
Our Patients’ Hopes, Thoughts and Resolutions for 2012
Many people look at a new year as a fresh start – a chance to begin new routines, eliminate bad habits and shift priorities. But not everyone believes in making resolutions. Here are several different patient perspectives on approaching the new year: “In 2012, I will make daily exercise a priority. Research reveals it is the… Continue reading Our Patients’ Hopes, Thoughts and Resolutions for 2012
Holidays Wishes from PatientsLikeMe to You
The holidays are a time for thinking about everything you hope and wish for in the coming year. They’re also a time for appreciating everything you already have. As our season’s greetings to you, we wanted to share a wish expressed by each member of our management team. “I wish for every patient and family… Continue reading Holidays Wishes from PatientsLikeMe to You
A Peek at the December Newsletters for Members
What kinds of things do we cover in our monthly newsletters for members? Take a look at the excerpt below from our December edition. Also, in case you didn’t know, anyone – whether a PatientsLikeMe member or not – can view our current and past newsletters in our Newsletter Archive. See what we’ve been up to… Continue reading A Peek at the December Newsletters for Members
Coping with Holiday Stress and Blues
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Or is it? The holidays can be a time of merriment and joy marked by festive parties and family reunions. But they can also be quite challenging. Despite the great cheer advertised everywhere you look, some people find themselves struggling with stress, anxiety, loneliness and/or depression. This… Continue reading Coping with Holiday Stress and Blues
Life with Parkinson’s Disease: What We’ve Learned
On Tuesday, our interview with blogger Steve Ploussard of “Attitude & Fitness Wins” revealed how one person is managing his Parkinson’s disease (PD). Today we take a closer look at this progressive neurological condition using the data and experiences shared by our 5,920 PD members. Taking a look at the makeup of our PD community,… Continue reading Life with Parkinson’s Disease: What We’ve Learned
Spotlighted Blogger: Parkinson’s Patient Steve Ploussard of “Attitude & Fitness Wins”
Last week we kicked off a new blog series featuring patient bloggers, and today, we’re pleased to present our second installment. Please meet Steve Ploussard, a longtime PatientsLikeMe member who writes a blog about living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) called “Attitude & Fitness Wins.” Steve decided that blogging was the perfect way to “come out”… Continue reading Spotlighted Blogger: Parkinson’s Patient Steve Ploussard of “Attitude & Fitness Wins”
Today’s Photo: Uniting for Parkinson’s
Please meet Parkinson’s disease (PD) patient Judith, who led a PatientsLikeMeInMotion-sponsored team at the Parkinson’s Unity Walk in New York City last April. Held annually in Central Park, this massive grassroots event donates 100% of funds raised to PD research. Congrats to Judith and all of our PatientsLikeMeInMotion-sponsored teams for your efforts to raise funds… Continue reading Today’s Photo: Uniting for Parkinson’s
What Patients Are Thankful For
Thanksgiving is a time for remembering all the reasons you have to be grateful. For patients who face numerous health challenges, this can mean reminding yourself of all the things you have gained – not lost – since your diagnosis. One theme that we’re especially proud to hear our 120,000+ members express is how thankful… Continue reading What Patients Are Thankful For