Hello, My name is Dave Earp. I have just joined this list. On April 9 I was diagnosed with PD. I have known something was wrong with me for almost a year. It started with my speaking voice. My volume is muted and if I am not careful I will slur words with too many t or th syllables. Next my handwriting went south on me. Sometimes my balance is not what it should be. I am only 50. My health is generally good (considering), and at least now I know what I am up against. Judging from the amount of traffic on this list, I am not alone. Cheers, Dave Earp ([log in to unmask]) Bill Clinton and Bob Dole, eh. Looks like I'll be voting for Phil Lesh again.