Best Life: New dosage of Parkinson’s medication lessens symptoms!
Washington, D.C. (Ivanhoe Newswire) — Nearly one million Americans will be living with Parkinson’s disease next year. So far, there is no cure, but medication can bring patients some relief from the symptoms. Now a neurologist at MedStar Washington hospital is trying something new with an old drug to give patients better quality of life.
Peter Leesam, 73, is dressed up to celebrate. He and his wife Bunny placed first over dozens of other teams in the D.C. Senior Brain Games, a Jeopardy-like competition.
“We gave them a good beating,” said Peter.
Peter’s mind is sharp but just a few months ago, his hands weren’t working.
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