Democratic Rep. Jennifer Wexton announces she has Parkinson’s disease

Democratic Rep. Jennifer Wexton of Virginia introduced on Tuesday that she has been identified with Parkinson’s illness.

The congresswoman, 54, stated in a video launched by her workplace that she is “doing nicely” and “feeling good and staying robust.”

“I’ve received a optimistic angle and I’ve received the robust assist of so many household, associates and family members,” Wexton stated, including that she is “working with my physician on a therapy plan that addresses my signs.”

Wexton stated that she needs to make use of her platform to boost consciousness and battle for a remedy and made it clear that she doesn’t intend to go away workplace.

“The therapy course of is one which includes time and dedication, so that you’re going to see me have some good days and a few days that aren’t so good. However I would like you to know this: my head and my coronary heart are 100% dedicated to serving the individuals of Virginia, and particularly my constituents within the tenth Congressional District,” she stated.

“I hope to maintain serving you for a few years to return,” she stated.

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