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Parkinson's with Eve Jensch

By Hidden Disabilities Sunflower The Sunflower Conversations Share
 
 
 
".....it’s definitely breaking down stereotypes, get away from the old man, get away from the alcoholic type thing as well. I’ve heard that as well. Oh, have you been drinking, or things like that. So, definitely it’s breaking down stereotypes, that there are an awful lot of younger people, a lot of people in their 30s, sometimes even younger than that."

Eve Jensch is 37 and was diagnosed with Parkinson's two years ago. Eve lives in Ireland with her three children and her husband and joins us to talk about her lived experience with Parkinson's. Parkinson's is a progressive neurological condition, which means that it causes problems in the brain as the cells stop working correctly and, over time, stop producing dopamine.

Eve is passionate about dispelling the myth that Parkinson's is an old man's disease. She uses her social media platform to create a community for everyone affected by it to connect, share, and help one another. Her social posts are often humourous despite the daily challenges she faces managing her illness.

Describing her symptoms and the treatment options available, we learn about how vital dopamine is for the body and the various ways in which it is administered.

If you are experiencing any issues discussed in this podcast, please contact your healthcare practitioner.

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Hosted by Chantal Boyle and Scott Casson-Rennie, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.

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The Sunflower Conversations is a podcast that delves into different non-visible health conditions to enable the listener to learn more about the causes and symptoms and the physical and social impacts that can occur. The conversations are with Sunflower wearers who share their lived experience of disability and who give a walkthrough of the ups and downs that are personal to them.

We also talk to healthcare professionals and charity experts who deliver an overview of specific disabilities and offer advice and signposting for support. If you are experiencing any issues discussed in this podcast, please contact your healthcare practitioner.

Music by "The Emerald Ruby" Emerald Ruby Bandcamp & Emerald Ruby website

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