{"id":2892,"date":"2025-02-13T00:48:04","date_gmt":"2025-02-13T00:48:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test7.samplewebsitelink.com\/parkinsonz\/?page_id=2892"},"modified":"2025-04-22T21:08:24","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T21:08:24","slug":"jemps-manila","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/test7.samplewebsitelink.com\/parkinsonz\/jemps-manila\/","title":{"rendered":"Jemps – Manila, Philippines, Diagnosed 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Meet Jemps
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In June 2023, at 46 years old, Jemps Gallegos Yuvienco was diagnosed with Young-Onset Parkinson\u2019s Disease (YOPD). Although she had prepared herself for the possibility through extensive research, hearing the confirmation was still a shock. \u201cWe fear what we don\u2019t know,\u201d she shares. \u201cBut the more I learned, the less helpless I felt.\u201d

Living in Metro Manila, Philippines, Jemps finds both blessings and challenges in her culture. The close-knit family bonds typical of Filipino life provide an invaluable support system, while the bayanihan spirit fosters a sense of community. Yet, low awareness of Parkinson\u2019s in the Philippines often leads to stigma and misunderstanding. Determined to be part of the change, Jemps has embraced her diagnosis as a call to action, channeling her energy into spreading awareness and pushing past limitations.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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For Jemps, movement is both a necessity and a passion. A martial artist since her youth, she returned to taekwondo after two decades and earned her brown belt in April 2023. That same month, she competed in her first jiujitsu tournament, securing a silver medal against a younger opponent. Her physical achievements didn\u2019t stop there\u2014she ran a 10K race in September 2023 and a 16K in November, all while training in dance and yoga.

Jemps trains alongside her children, using exercise as a way to bond and as a personal commitment to staying strong. \u201cI want to be a role model for resilience and strength,\u201d she says. \u201cMovement is medicine, and it\u2019s my way of taking control of what I can.\u201d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Jemps\u2019s journey hasn\u2019t been without hardships. One of her most difficult challenges was coping with her husband\u2019s lack of support following her diagnosis. \u201cI married him knowing his struggles with chronic kidney disease,\u201d she reflects. \u201cBut when it was my turn to need support, I didn\u2019t feel the love or empathy I hoped for.\u201d

Through unceasing prayer, writing, and staying physically active, Jemps found her strength. Her Catholic faith and her community of family and friends have also been pillars of support. Her children, in particular, keep her motivated. \u201cThey remind me to move with intention and intensity\u2014to focus on what truly matters.\u201d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Jemps\u2019s diagnosis has shifted her perspective on life. \u201cWe all know nothing is permanent, but Parkinson\u2019s makes that truth hit home,\u201d she explains. Now, she\u2019s determined to use her experiences to inspire others. Frustrated by the lack of local resources on Parkinson\u2019s, she\u2019s creating content to spread awareness and highlight the importance of managing the disease with a proactive mindset.

Her advice to others newly diagnosed? \u201cIt\u2019s not the end of the world. Learn about Parkinson\u2019s, advocate for yourself, and stay connected with others who understand. Movement is medicine\u2014embrace it with purpose.\u201d

Looking ahead, Jemps is pursuing her high brown belt in taekwondo, continuing her jiujitsu training, and diving into creative projects like writing two books. Her goals reflect her belief in pushing boundaries and living fully despite challenges.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Jemps\u2019s journey is a testament to resilience, faith, and the power of movement. By embracing her diagnosis with courage and purpose, she\u2019s paving the way for greater understanding and support for Parkinson\u2019s in her community. Through her advocacy, martial arts, and unwavering determination, she shows that Parkinson\u2019s doesn\u2019t define her\u2014it motivates her.

As Jemps says, \u201cThere are still many things you can do. Parkinson\u2019s doesn\u2019t take away your ability to inspire, connect, and live with intention.\u201d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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