Autophagy is how cells break down and recycle damaged parts. We explain the link to Parkinson's and how treating autophagy may slow or stop disease. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
The online study Fox Insight analyzes data on life with disease from tens of thousands of people, with or without PD, to influence research focus and design. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Measuring a person's scent or eye movements could lead to earlier PD diagnosis. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
How does dyskinesia impact people with PD? An MJFF-funded measurement scale captured those perceptions and helped a new drug get approved to treat it. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Scientists are testing drugs used for high blood pressure and diabetes for their effects on Parkinson's disease. MJFF CEO Todd Sherer, PhD, discusses this tactic of drug repurposing. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
In the latest in our "Getting to a Cure: Science behind the Search" series, we cover the proposed connection between sticky protein alpha-synuclein and the immune system. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Nancy Mulhearn, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at age 44, shares her experiences with the disease. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Carlos Singer, MD, of the University of Miami discusses common sleep problems in Parkinson's and how to treat them. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Urinary function is governed by the body's autonomic nervous system. In Parkinson's, urinary function can be thrown off balance, but urinary problems aren't always recognized by patients. Learn more at https://www.michaeljfox.org/clinical Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request....
Barbara and Jay Robinson discuss their decision to participate in Parkinson's genetics research. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Sarkis Mazmanian, PhD, of CalTech discusses what we know about the gut bacteria and Parkinson's connection in our "Getting to a Cure: The Science behind the Search" podcast series. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Dr. Jamie Eberling, PhD, dicusses alpha-synuclein, a protein that clumps in brain cells of nearly everyone with Parkinson's disease. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Dr. Anna Hohler speak to MJFF about blood pressure changes and Parkinson's disease. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
In this podcast, Thomas Davis, MD, of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, speaks about how doctors and patients work together to create a medication regimen. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
In this podcast, MJFF staff scientist Marco Baptista, PhD, discusses the genetics and biology of LRRK2 and the role of the Foundation in advancing development of LRRK2 therapeutics. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Alex Pantelyat, MD, assistant professor of neurology at Johns Hopkins University, speaks to MJFF about atypical parkinsonisms and their relation to Parkinson’s disease. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
In this podcast, Dr. Julie Pilitsis speaks about Parkinson's pain and its connection to fatigue. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Dr. Rachel Dolhun explores Parkinson's disease psychosis, including hallucinations and delusions, and discusses treatments for this symptom. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
MJFF's Dr. Brian Fiske discusses how we may be able to target treatments to the "type" of Parkinson's one has, much like is done in cancer care. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
MJFF's Samantha Hutten, PhD, talks about how researchers are developing methods to identify people with PD earlier in the disease process, which could help test therapies to slow or stop Parkinson's. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
In our latest podcast, Dr. Ole Isacson, MD, PhD, a professor of neurology and neuroscience at Harvard Medical School, discusses stem cells and Parkinson's disease. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
In our latest podcast, Christopher Bishop, PhD, discusses what may cause involuntary movements called dyskinesia with long-term Parkinson's disease and medication use. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
In our latest podcast the creator of Liftware talks about how he developed his tremor-stabilizing technology and how it helps people with Parkinson's fight isolation. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Mark Frasier, PhD, Senior Vice President of Research Programs at MJFF, discusses Parkinson's disease research highlights from 2015. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Dr. Chris Hass of the University of Florida explores balance, posture and gait issues and how to best protect from falls. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
In our latest podcast, MJFF Contributing Editor Dave Iverson speaks with guest panelists about what dance offers people living with Parkinson's. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
MJFF CEO Todd Sherer, PhD, discusses therapies in human testing that have potential to slow or stop Parkinson's disease. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
In our latest podcast Allison London shares how her dystonia has impacted her life and why she's on a mission to raise awareness. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
Jon Palfreman has a new book exploring the history of Parkinson's research. He was diagnosed with PD in 2011 after spending years investigating rare cases of the disease for a documentary and book. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
MJFF's Dr. Jamie Eberling talks to Dave Iverson about what cognitive symptoms people with PD may experience and what new therapies are in development. Mentioned in this episode: The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.
