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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.
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