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The Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson's Podcast

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Researchwww.michaeljfox.org
Subscribe for coverage and analysis of current neurology/brain research, patient and caregiver profiles, drug development strategy, pioneering nonprofit management and other topics of interest in a wide-ranging series of conversations that include the voices of those affected by Parkinson's as well as clinicians.
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Episodes

Podcast: Inflammation’s Role in Parkinson’s (Ask the PhD Video)

Foundation staff discuss how inflammation can be both bad and good and how studying its connection to Parkinson’s could help define, measure and treat 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.

Oct 24, 20196 min

Podcast: Medical Marijuana and Other Alternative Therapies

Listen to our expert panelists talk about medical marijuana, and other complementary therapies, for 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.

Oct 23, 20191 hr

Podcast: Medical Marijuana and Parkinson’s Disease

Hear from our on-staff movement disorder specialist about the latest in Parkinson’s care and 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.

Oct 16, 20194 min

Podcast: Thinking and Memory Problems in Parkinson’s

Listen to our expert panelists talk about cognitive changes in Parkinson’s, strategies to reduce them and research toward new therapies. 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.

Sep 25, 20191 hr

Podcast: Update on Stem Cell Therapies for Parkinson’s Disease

Listen to our expert panelists talk about stem cells as a research tool and potential therapy for 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.

Aug 28, 201959 min

Podcast: Stem Cells and Parkinson’s Disease

Hear from our on-staff movement disorder specialist about the latest in Parkinson’s care and 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.

Aug 14, 20195 min

Podcast: Young-onset Parkinson’s Disease

Hear from our on-staff movement disorder specialist about the latest in Parkinson’s care and 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.

Jul 31, 20195 min

Podcast: Immune System’s Role in Parkinson’ s

Panelists discuss how inflammation may play a role in Parkinson’s and treatments using immune system properties against 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.

Jun 26, 20191 hr

Podcast: Looking Deep into Cells for the Answers to Parkinson's

Scientists discuss how reading the sequence of genes and proteins can help better define, measure and treat 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.

May 22, 201958 min

Podcast: Repurposing Disappointments Impact on Parkinson's Drug Development

MJFF and NINDS leaders discuss results from trials of a dietary supplement and a blood pressure drug for Parkinson's and what is next in the pipeline. 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.

May 08, 201932 min

Podcast: Vision Problems in Parkinson's Disease

A brief summary of this episode 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.

Apr 24, 201957 min

Podcast: Q&A on Latest in Parkinson's Research

Staff from The Michael J. Fox Foundation answer questions from the audience at a recent panel discussion on progress in Parkinson's 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.

Apr 17, 201931 min

Podcast: Latest in Parkinson's Research

The Michael J. Fox Foundation's Dr. Marco Baptista, Sohini Chowdhury and Dr. Rachel Dolhun talk to Dave Iverson about recent findings and new programs. 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.

Apr 17, 20191 hr 4 min

Podcast: Better Conversations and Care

In this Third Thursdays Webinar, physicians and people with Parkinson's discuss strategies to make doctor visits more effective and efficient. 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.

Mar 27, 201958 min

Podcast: Deep Brain Stimulation and Focused Ultrasound

Listen to our expert panelists talk about medical devices that can manage certain Parkinson's symptoms. 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.

Feb 27, 20191 hr

Podcast: Levodopa Myths

Listen to Dr. Rachel Dolhun tackle widespread myths about levodopa. 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.

Feb 12, 20195 min

Addressing Gait and Balance Issues in Parkinson’s

Our panelists in this Third Thursdays Webinar discuss common Parkinson's motor symptoms and emerging treatments to target 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.

Jan 24, 201957 min

Podcast: Sleeping Well with Parkinson's

https://www.michaeljfox.org/foundation/news-detail.php?new-parkinson-drug-comes-to-market-after-early-investment-from-the-michael-fox-foundation 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.

Dec 26, 20181 hr 3 min

Podcast: Parkinson's Will Double by 2040: Are We Ready?

Hear our panelists and co-authors of the paper "The Parkinson's Pandemic" discuss reasons for this global rise and strategies to contend with the issue. 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.

Dec 12, 20181 hr 1 min

Podcast: Research Year in Review and Look Ahead

Listen to our expert panelists discuss the progress made in PD research over the last year and what to look forward to in 2019. 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.

Nov 21, 201859 min

Podcast: Visiting with Family Members Who Have Parkinson's

Listen to Dr. Rachel Dolhun's tips for making the most of holiday visits with family who have 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.

Nov 16, 20183 min

Podcast: Treating Parkinson's 'Off' Episodes

In our latest podcast, listen to our Third Thursday Webinar panelists discuss 'off' times in 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.

Oct 24, 201853 min

Podcast: How Genetic Discoveries Lead to Parkinson's Therapies

Listen to experts discuss the relationship between genetics 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.

Oct 10, 20181 hr 1 min

Podcast: Dystonia Causes and Care

Listen to experts discuss the causes of dystonia and various treatment options. 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.

Sep 26, 201858 min

Podcast: Our MD Talks Muscle Cramps with Parkinson's

Hear from our on-staff movement disorder specialist about dystonia: a symptom of Parkinson's and standalone disorder that causes painful muscle cramps. 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.

Sep 12, 20185 min

Podcast: Urinary Problems in Parkinson's Disease

Listen to experts discuss treatments for urinary problems in 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.

Aug 22, 20181 hr 3 min

Podcast: Putting the Parkinson's Puzzle Together

One of our MJFF scientists talks about piecing together the many factors that play a role in Parkinson's and what can help us continue making progress. 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.

Aug 08, 201831 min

Podcast: What Is a Protein Anyway?

MJFF scientist Dr. Brian Fiske talks about what goes wrong with cellular proteins, how we may fix them and if you should eat less protein. 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.

May 04, 201822 min

Podcast: Addressing a Parkinson's Pandemic

Dr. Ray Dorsey from the University of Rochester discusses the rise in Parkinson's and how we can take steps to prevent onset and get people the care they need. 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.

Mar 13, 201810 min

Podcast: 2017 Parkinson's Research Year in Review

Missed our Year in Review webinar? Catch up with this recording and hear our panelists recap new potential Parkinson's treatments in clinical testing. 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.

Dec 22, 20171 hr 4 min
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