Carly Simon reveals she's been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
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Key Points:
- Carly Simon, 81, has publicly revealed her diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, describing her journey of understanding and adjusting to the progressive neurological disorder.
- She initially attributed her mobility issues to arthritis and joint surgeries but was later diagnosed with Parkinson's after extensive evaluation at the Mayo Clinic.
- Simon detailed the unpredictable nature of Parkinson's, including symptoms like stiffness, fatigue, and apathy, and emphasized that while there is no cure, treatments help manage symptoms.
- Despite health challenges, including basal cell carcinoma surgery affecting her appearance, Simon has continued her music career and is releasing a new album, "Comes in Waves," on August 14.
- She expressed gratitude for her support network and conveyed a message of resilience, acknowledging the difficulties of Parkinson's without letting it define her life.
