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Weekly Tips for Daily Living with Parkinson’s
We are excited to share a new series called Pearls for Parkinson’s: Tips for Daily Living with Parkinson’s. This is the latest addition to our educational resources, which also includes our monthly podcast entitled: EmPower Talks: Insights from the Experts.
In these new episodes, Dacy Reimer, MSN, APRN-NP, CCRC, Wisconsin Parkinson Association's President & CEO and WPA podcast host shares tips and “pearls” of wisdom for making daily living with your Parkinson’s journey just a little easier. The episodes will be short format, usually five minutes or less.
These easy-to-listen-to “pearls” air every Monday. Grab a cup of coffee or your favorite morning beverage and listen in for positive insights and helpful ideas. It’s a great way to start your week!
| Episode | Date |
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When Parkinson's Gets Worse
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Oct 05, 2026 |
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Getting Out of Bed
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Sep 28, 2026 |
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Are You Wearing Off?
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Sep 21, 2026 |
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Feeling Short of Breath
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Sep 14, 2026 |
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When Hands Slow Down
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Sep 07, 2026 |
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Why Mornings Are Hard
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Aug 31, 2026 |
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Why Standing Up Feels Like Climbing A Mountain
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Aug 24, 2026 |
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Restless Legs or Parkinson's? Knowing the Difference
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Aug 17, 2026 |
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Finding Your Mental Reset Button
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Aug 10, 2026 |
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Hearing and PD
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Aug 03, 2026 |
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Heat Intolerance
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Jul 27, 2026 |
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Hand Dexterity
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Jul 20, 2026 |
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Dental Health and Parkinson's
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Jul 13, 2026 |
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Managing Sensory Fatigue
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Jul 06, 2026 |
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Shopping with Parkinson's
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Jun 29, 2026 |
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Simplifying Your Wallet or Handbag
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Jun 22, 2026 |
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Visual Hallucinations
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Jun 15, 2026 |
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Making Your Cell Phone Work for You
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Jun 08, 2026 |
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Let's Talk About Intimacy
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Jun 01, 2026 |
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Grandparenting with PD
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May 25, 2026 |
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Getting In and Out of the Car
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May 18, 2026 |
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Spring Cleaning with Parkinson's
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May 11, 2026 |
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Gardening and Yard Work with Parkinson's
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May 04, 2026 |
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Bladder Issues: Is it PD?
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Apr 27, 2026 |
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Urinary Urgency
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Apr 20, 2026 |
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The Nighttime Bathroom Marathon (Nocturia)
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Apr 13, 2026 |
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Urinary Frequency
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Apr 06, 2026 |
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Facial Expression Changes
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Mar 30, 2026 |
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Tools for Morning Off Time
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Mar 23, 2026 |
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Rebuilding Confidence
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Mar 16, 2026 |
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Choosing Chairs That Help, Not Hurt
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Mar 09, 2026 |
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Everyday Strategies for Drooling
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Mar 02, 2026 |
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Temperature Dysregulation
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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Travel Devices for Bed Mobility
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Feb 16, 2026 |
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Making Sense of Pain in Parkinson’s
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Feb 09, 2026 |
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Pets and Parkinson’s: Companionship that Calms
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Feb 02, 2026 |
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Having a Winter Plan: Staying Socially Engaged
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Jan 26, 2026 |
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Having a Winter Plan: Walking Safely at Home
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Jan 19, 2026 |
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Having a Winter Plan: Winter Nutrition
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Jan 12, 2026 |
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Having a Winter Plan: Circadian Rhythm Changes
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Jan 05, 2026 |
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Handling the Holidays: Meaning, Hope, and Reflection at Year's End
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Dec 29, 2025 |
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Handling the Holidays: Traveling with Confidence
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Dec 22, 2025 |
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Handling the Holidays: Holiday Conversations & Protecting Your Peace
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Dec 15, 2025 |
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Handling the Holidays: Winter Weather and Staying Steady
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Dec 08, 2025 |
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Handling the Holidays: Maintaining Your Medication Rhythm
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Dec 01, 2025 |
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Restorative Evenings: Ending the Day with Calm
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Nov 24, 2025 |
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When Help Helps: Using Support and Respite Wisely
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Nov 17, 2025 |
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When Help Helps: Recognizing Burnout Early
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Nov 10, 2025 |
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When Help Helps: Redefining Independence
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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Mental & Emotional Health: Calming the Body
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Oct 27, 2025 |
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Mental & Emotional Health: Calming the Mind
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Oct 20, 2025 |
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Mental & Emotional Health: Strengthening Resilience
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Oct 13, 2025 |
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Mental & Emotional Health: Overcoming Apathy
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Oct 06, 2025 |
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Boosting Brain Power: Sounds and Senses
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Sep 29, 2025 |
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Boosting Brain Power: Categories and Dual-Task Walking
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Sep 22, 2025 |
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Boosting Brain Power: Memory Aids That Stick
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Sep 15, 2025 |
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Boosting Brain Power: Creating a Daily Task Chart
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Sep 08, 2025 |
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When Food Loses its Flavor: Taste and Smell Changes in Parkinson's
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Sep 01, 2025 |
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Cutting Medication Costs: Grants, Nonprofits, and Manufacturer Programs
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Aug 25, 2025 |
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Cutting Medication Costs: Partnering with Your Doctor & Pharmacy
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Aug 18, 2025 |
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Nutrition & Brain Health: Prebiotics Role in PD
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Aug 11, 2025 |
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Nutrition & Brain Health: Probiotics Role in PD
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Aug 04, 2025 |
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Managing Muscle Cramps and Dystonia
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Jul 28, 2025 |
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Managing Drooling in Parkinson's
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Jul 21, 2025 |
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Nutrition & Brain Health: Sugar's Effect on Memory
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Jul 14, 2025 |
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Skin Problems in PD: Risk for Melanoma
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Jul 07, 2025 |
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Strong Bones, Reduced Falls: Bone Health & Parkinson's
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Jun 30, 2025 |
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Driving with Parkinson's
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Jun 23, 2025 |
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Constipation in PD: Causes and Management Tips
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Jun 16, 2025 |
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Nutrition & Brain Health: Good Fats & Oils
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Jun 09, 2025 |
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Skin Problems in PD: Seborrheic Dermatitis
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Jun 02, 2025 |
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Wellbeing: Attitude of Gratitude
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May 26, 2025 |
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Wellbeing: Fighting Loneliness and Social Isolation
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May 19, 2025 |
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Wellbeing: Mindfulness and Meditation
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May 12, 2025 |
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Wellbeing: Finding Your Sit Spot
|
May 05, 2025 |
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Sleep in PD: REM
|
Apr 28, 2025 |
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Sleep in PD: Fatigue
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Apr 21, 2025 |
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Sleep in PD: Staying Asleep
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Apr 14, 2025 |
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Sleep in PD: Insomnia
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Apr 07, 2025 |
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Tremor in PD: Monitoring Devices
|
Mar 31, 2025 |
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Tremor in PD: Medical Treatment Options
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Mar 24, 2025 |
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Tremor in PD: Adaptive Equipment - Dressing
|
Mar 17, 2025 |
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Tremor in PD: Adaptive Equipment - Eating
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Mar 10, 2025 |
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Tremor in PD: Triggers
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Mar 03, 2025 |
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Swallowing Problems in PD: Medication Options
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Feb 24, 2025 |
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Swallowing Problems in PD: Airway Clearance
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Feb 17, 2025 |
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Swallowing Problems in PD: Table Tips
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Feb 10, 2025 |
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Swallowing Problems in PD: Diet Adjustment
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Feb 03, 2025 |
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Low Blood Pressure in PD: Medication Treatment
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Jan 27, 2025 |
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Low Blood Pressure in PD: Assistive Devices
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Jan 20, 2025 |
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Low Blood Pressure in PD: Natural Treatment
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Jan 13, 2025 |
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Low Blood Pressure in PD: Monitoring
|
Jan 06, 2025 |
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Communication in PD: Communicating Thoughts
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Dec 30, 2024 |
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Communication in PD: Electronic Communication
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Dec 23, 2024 |
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Communication in PD: Enhancing Speech
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Dec 16, 2024 |
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Communication in PD: Written Communication
|
Dec 09, 2024 |
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Communication in PD: Optimizing Your Communication Environment
|
Dec 02, 2024 |
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Vision in PD: Visual Contrast
|
Nov 25, 2024 |
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Vision in PD: Dry Eye
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Nov 18, 2024 |
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Vision in PD: Depth Perception
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Nov 11, 2024 |
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Vision in PD: Double Vision
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Nov 04, 2024 |