The Parkinson’s Disease podcast is a miniseries told by people living with Parkinson’s disease, their loved ones and health experts. We explore what causes Parkinson’s, how it’s diagnosed, and the treatments that are available. And we discuss how caregivers and loved ones can cope with Parkinson's disease, too.
Parkinson’s is a degenerative condition which is often associated with tremors, imbalance and rigidity, but it affects every person differently. Parkinson's disease impacts about one million Americans and over 8.5 million people worldwide. A diagnosis brings questions, concerns and fears about what lies ahead.
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The Parkinson’s Disease podcast is a miniseries told by people living with Parkinson’s disease, their loved ones and health experts. We explore what causes Parkinson’s, how it’s diagnosed, and the treatments that are available. And we discuss how caregivers and loved ones can cope with Parkinson's disease, too.
Parkinson’s is a degenerative condition which is often associated with tremors, imbalance and rigidity, but it affects every person differently. Parkinson's disease impacts about one million Americans and over 8.5 million people worldwide. A diagnosis brings questions, concerns and fears about what lies ahead.
Listen, follow and share this series with the people in your life.
For informational purposes only. Please consult a registered health professional for advice.
The World Health Organization reports that the number of people with Parkinson's disease has doubled over the past 25 years, estimating over 8.5 million individuals living with Parkinson's globally. (1)
Parkinson’s is a degenerative condition which is often associated with tremors, imbalance and rigidity, but it affects every person differently.
In this first episode of the Parkinson’s Disease Podcast, we’ll start with the basics:
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
Who is at risk of developing Parkinson’s?
What are some early signs of the condition?
We’ll also hear what it’s like to live with Parkinson’s disease from those diagnosed.
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Resources
What is Parkinson’s?
Webinar on recognising the early signs of Parkinson’s - Parkinson’s Foundation
Other parkinsonion conditions - Parkinson’s Foundation
Genetic causes of Parkinson’s - Michael J Fox Foundation
Webinar on sleep disorders and acting out dreams - Michael J Fox Foundation
Terms Mentioned
Dopamine - WebMD
Tremor and Resting Tremor - Parkinson's Foundation
Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behavior disorder - Mayo Clinic
Olfactory nerve - nerve relating to the sense of smell
Hoehn & Yahr staging - Parkinson's Foundation
Axial symptoms - these include symptoms such as walking disorders, posture disorders, and speech and swallowing disorders
Helpline
Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline - 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636)
Podcast
Substantial Matters: Life and Science of Parkinson’s Podcast
Community Group
PD Avengers
Guests’ Books
Ending Parkinson’s Disease: a Prescription for Action by Ray Dorsey MD, Todd Sherer PhD, Michael S. Okun MD and Bastiaan R. Bloem MD PhD
References
(1) https://www.who.int/news/item/14-06-2022-launch-of-who-s-parkinson-disease-technical-brief
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Parkinson's Disease Podcast, by Health Unmuted
The Parkinson’s Disease podcast is a miniseries told by people living with Parkinson’s disease, their loved ones and health experts. We explore what causes Parkinson’s, how it’s diagnosed, and the treatments that are available. And we discuss how caregivers and loved ones can cope with Parkinson's disease, too.
Parkinson’s is a degenerative condition which is often associated with tremors, imbalance and rigidity, but it affects every person differently. Parkinson's disease impacts about one million Americans and over 8.5 million people worldwide. A diagnosis brings questions, concerns and fears about what lies ahead.
Listen, follow and share this series with the people in your life.
For informational purposes only. Please consult a registered health professional for advice.
