Virginia Congresswoman Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis but Vows to Remain in Office
- Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton announced she has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
- The disease has affected her speech and balance but she plans to continue serving in Congress.
- Wexton wants to advocate for Parkinson's patients and work with her doctor on a treatment plan.
- Parkinson's disease causes movement problems and other symptoms but it is treatable and not necessarily fatal.
- Wexton, a Democratic representative from Virginia, was first elected to Congress in 2018.