Alan Alda says sleep disorder led to Parkinson's diagnosis

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 6 Oct, 21:00 · Archive

Actor Alan Alda discovered he had Parkinson's disease through an unusual symptom during sleep.

Alan Alda, the M*A*S*H actor now aged 90, has disclosed that his first symptom of Parkinson's disease was not the typical tremors, stiffness or slow movement, but rather unusual behaviour during sleep. In an interview with CBS Mornings, Alda explained how there were subtle signs that he had the condition, with the sleep-related symptom being 'not that well-known' as an early indicator of the disease.

Alda has spoken about how he copes with his Parkinson's diagnosis through humour and acceptance. He has described the condition as 'just a hobby' that he lives with, presenting an approach to managing the disease that emphasises his ability to maintain a positive outlook despite the challenges it presents.

How it is being reported

• Alan Alda reveals unexpected weapon in his battle against Parkinson's diseaseAlan Alda, now 90, reveals how humor and acceptance help him cope with Parkinson's disease, calling the condition "just a hobby" he lives with.Fox News · 6 Oct, 20:40
• Alan Alda divulges ‘not that well-known’ sleep habit that led to Parkinson’s diagnosisThe "M*A*S*H" actor explained how there were subtle signs that he had Parkinson's in a new interview with "CBS Mornings."New York Post · 5 Oct, 20:40
• Alan Alda reveals the strange sleep habit that led to his Parkinson’s diagnosis — it ‘was not that well-known’Alda's first symptoms weren't the typical tremors, stiffness or slow movement. It was throwing a pillow at his wife in his sleep.New York Post · 5 Oct, 17:45

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