Pete Odon

Rare brain disorder turns Chicago couple’s world upside down

Pete Odon and his wife Nancy were thrust into a perplexing medical nightmare six years ago when Pete began to inexplicably struggle with walking, balance, and uncontrollable body movements. His condition was finally diagnosed as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), a rare, incurable brain disorder. The Odons share their journey with The Reporters Inc. in hopes of bringing more, and much-needed attention to this disease.