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Parkinson's Disease and Assistive Technology
Jeremy reviews assistive technology, including foot pedals for mouse clicks, a head tracker to move the mouse, and voice dictation software.

Jeremy Likness
Oct 23, 20217 min read
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Hello, I have Young Onset Parkinson's Disease
A guide to understanding what Parkinson's Disease is and how to best collaborate with me

Jeremy Likness
Oct 20, 20214 min read
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Special 47th Birthday Edition
A recap of overcoming some Parkinson's issues with special equipment, hiking the Pacific Northwest, and deep sky pictures with no telescope!

Jeremy Likness
Oct 3, 20215 min read
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The Blood Moon
An update on PD symptoms, my workouts, hobbies, and adventures with friends and family.

Jeremy Likness
Sep 6, 20213 min read
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Seasons Change, and so do Meds
About my recent switch to reduce ropinirole and add carbidopa-levodopa to the mix.

Jeremy Likness
Aug 10, 20213 min read
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A Rockstar Rests
In 2017 I was in the middle of a major life transition. I accepted a dream job at Microsoft and was contemplating a cross-country move...

Jeremy Likness
Aug 7, 20215 min read
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A Little Spaced Out
An update on symptoms, a short trip to Oregon, a new way to observe space and other news.

Jeremy Likness
Jun 15, 20214 min read
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Facing the Flywheel
Life is full of ups and downs. It's usually better if those happen in the form of burpees.

Jeremy Likness
May 16, 20216 min read
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Introducing the Fabulous Misses Pepper
A quick recap of my latest status with Parkinson's disease, introducing our new pet named "Pepper" and sharing some astrophotography.

Jeremy Likness
Apr 9, 202110 min read
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It's My Anniversary!
Reflections of my first year after being diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease.

Jeremy Likness
Mar 13, 20215 min read
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2020 Couldn't Shake Me
Despite a global pandemic, a Parkinson's Disease diagnosis and losing loved ones, 2020 was still a year to be thankful for because...

Jeremy Likness
Dec 26, 20208 min read
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Pleased to Meet You!
I started this blog in early 2020 shortly after my diagnosis of adult onset Parkinson's Disease. If you haven't read my original story,...

Jeremy Likness
Nov 28, 20202 min read
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Behind the Magic Door
There's a new door in town. It's magic. Behind the door I continue to race to stay ahead of my Parkinson's Disease.

Jeremy Likness
Oct 11, 20204 min read
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Lucky Number Seven
I never thought seeing my score go down could be so exciting. My symptoms are improving and this post details why.

Jeremy Likness
Aug 21, 20206 min read
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Islands, Burpees, Hikes and Comets
A tale of burpees, islands, and hiking. There's even a comet involved.

Jeremy Likness
Jul 26, 20207 min read
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It's Hard to Say Goodbye
Sharing my memories of our beautiful German Shepherd, Indi.

Jeremy Likness
Jul 7, 202014 min read
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Happy Independence Day
A quick update for everyone on the 4th of July.

Jeremy Likness
Jul 4, 20203 min read
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Welcome to June
A June update with thoughts about social injustice, an update about our dog, Indi, my mental health, exercise and more.

Jeremy Likness
Jun 6, 20208 min read
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How is Parkinson's Disease Diagnosed?
As of me writing this, there is no definitive test for Parkinson's Disease. It is considered a "clinical diagnosis."

Jeremy Likness
May 10, 20207 min read
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Coding in the Time of COVID-19
How has life changed for computer programmers as a result of the 2019 novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2? A good friend of mine wanted to know...

Jeremy Likness
Apr 26, 20203 min read
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