August/September 2016

Diabetic nerve pain sidelined his father for more than a year. Now Cedric the Entertainer is on a mission to educate others about this serious diabetes complication.

Patients and physicians who share a diagnosis say it's an advantage for both parties: Doctors have more empathy, and patients feel less alone.

Spasmodic dysphonia rendered Adams nearly speechless for three years. Now that surgery has restored his voice, he raises awareness for others with the disorder.

Muhammad Ali was so much more than a boxing champion to the world and to the Parkinson's disease community.

An annual art show in California features the work of those affected by epilepsy and raises money for the disease.

A powerful documentary charts the anguish—and hope—of families with children who have a rare neurologic disease.

In memory cafés popping up around the country, people with dementia and their caregivers can socialize without fear of stigma.

Mary Bartron, 64, says living with essential tremor can be secluding. She hopes to find support from other people living with this condition.

Succeeding as a spousal caregiver means knowing when to ask for help, finding time for yourself, and making peace with your partner.

An expert looks at whether there is an association between Parkinson's and sleep apnea, and gives tips to get better sleep.

In the future, it may do the same for other neurologic conditions. Here's how it works.

Kathleen Gingerelli, 48, finally had an explanation for her struggles with balance.

When the author found out her son needed a wheelchair, she was devastated—until it turned out to be a gift of independence.