Living with Parkinson's: Ted Scouten gets personal about his future
Scouten explains how he and his husband make their journey through the unknown after his diagnosis.
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Scouten explains how he and his husband make their journey through the unknown after his diagnosis.
CBS News Miami has found out that the life of a caregiver can be very demanding and difficult.
Ask any caregiver, and they will tell you life is stressful taking care of someone with Parkinson's.
Caregivers of people with Parkinson's disease need to take care of themselves. And, it doesn't always have to cost money to get help.
CBS News Miami examines the options that are available to help with the emotional toll of caregiving for those living with Parkinson's disease.
Susan Stocker, who took her brother in when he couldn't live on his own anymore, said it can be frustrating and exhausting.
Susan Stocker, who took her brother in when he couldn't live on his own anymore, said it can be frustrating and exhausting.
Their story, rooted in love and resilience, began more than three decades ago in Miami.
CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten is sharing his journey with Parkinson's Disease, and illuminating the lives of the caregivers helping their loved ones every single day.
CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten, who lives with Parkinson's disease, joined hundreds of people in raising awareness of the disorder as April is Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Right now, we're taking a look back at the stories that defined South Florida: From the grief of losing their daughter-- see how one family is now pushing for boating safety changes to honor the memory of 17-year-old Luciana Fernandez. Plus, see how our Ted Scouten's Parkinson's diagnosis and openness of sharing his journey inspired others to get checked out, and identify the early signs of it. And, how one man is highlighting the mental health of our first responders, using his brother's story to serve the community as the City of Miami Chaplain and a faith leader in Coral Gables. Jason Jenkins was a beloved staff member of the Miami Dolphins, and the Senior Vice President of Communications and Community Affairs for them-- after his passing in 2022, his widow Elizabeth is dedicating her life to honoring his legacy and work. Meanwhile, see how the passion of the Swifties in South Florida showed out strong, and brought thousands of people together for a few days of music. Finally, how a 9-year-old boy in South Florida is talking all things racing and already seeing some big names co-sign him.
A recent news report on Parkinson's disease inspired one family to take action in their own lives.
A recent CBS News Miami report on Parkinson's disease inspired one family to take action in their own lives.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten talks about his struggle with insomnia and what he does to get a good night's rest.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten continues to bring awareness to the condition by telling a story on how he shot his live hit while having tremors after forgetting his medicine.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten tells a story about how a viewer immediately took action and took her father to see a neurologist after she noticed he shared some symptoms with Scouten.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten shares an exciting update about how he's been seeing a notable improvement on his symptoms thanks to his medication.
After the airing of his special report on Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten discusses the "Parkinson's scale," which breaks down the severity of symptoms into various levels and where he stands.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten catches up with viewers after a run to talk about what he does to keep himself healthy.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten continues sharing his daily life and talks about how his doctor recommends getting 150 minutes of cardio a week to help with his condition.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten talks about how important it is in finding the best doctor for his condition.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten shares a story about how he met with three different neurologists in order to find the right doctor for him.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten shares a story about how South Florida voters from both sides of the aisle came up to him on Election Day to share messages of love and support.
Nearly a million Americans are living with Parkinson's disease.
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NEXT Weather Meteorologist Shane Hinton said these showers will be hit-or-miss through the morning as temperatures begin in the lower 80s.
Three-time batting champion Luis Arraez singled in the tying and go-ahead runs against one of his former teams and Miami Marlins rookie second baseman Ronny Simón's three errors helped the San Diego Padres rebound from a six-run deficit for a wild 8-6 win.
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Nehemiah Johnson graduated Tuesday with strength, five weeks after his life was changed by an unsolved shooting.
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