Democratic Rep. Jennifer Wexton of Virginia announced she has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease but vowed to continue her work in Congress.
that she hopes to be a voice for those coping with the disease and to fight in Congress to devote greater resources toward the search for a cure.
The illness has primarily affected her speech and how her mouth moves, Wexton said. She speaks more quickly now, and the disease has affected how she walks and keeps her balance. "What Parkinson's is not is an untreatable disease, a cognitive impairment, or a death sentence. So please, you are welcome to empathize, but don't feel sorry for me," Wexton said.
Wexton, a former state senator and prosecutor, said she feels good and is focused on legislating, meeting constituents and visiting with business and school officials —"all just like normal."Parkinson's disease is a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness and difficulty with balance and coordination. The symptoms and rate of progression differ among individuals.
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