Parkinson's Disease Podcast, by Health Unmuted https://healthunmuted.com en © 2022 Mission Based Media Ltd. 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. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/9a2380ac-0ec7-11ed-b171-5b5a983b76db/image/f23702b961ca0062034e32b99f4b11c2.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Parkinson's Disease Podcast, by Health Unmuted https://healthunmuted.com no serial A podcast for people diagnosed with Parkinson's and those who care about them Part of the Health Unmuted Audio Library 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 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.

]]> Mission Based Media Ltd healthunmuted@missionbasedmedia.com Ep 7: How Does Parkinson’s Affect Speaking and Swallowing? And What Can be Done About It? Communication is vital for all parts of life, but Parkinson’s disease can greatly impact cognition and speaking. That’s where a speech and language pathologist comes in - helping with common problems like drooling,swallowing, concentration and talking.  In this episode, we hear from a speech and language pathologist about different ways to improve communication and swallowing difficulties after diagnosis.  We also hear from people with Parkinson’s disease about what it’s like to live with these challenges, and what adaptations have been most helpful in overcoming them. For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources Voice and swallowing support Speech Therapist finder - Parkinson’s voice project  LSVT Program Finder  Live Home Practice Sessions - Parkinson’s Voice Project Speech & Swallowing Issues - Parkinson’s Foundation Adaptive Tools Pocket talker device - Amazon Community Groups: Choirs improving PD symptoms  PD Avengers Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Sep 2022 08:08:00 -0000 How Does Parkinson’s Affect Speaking and Swallowing? And What Can be Done About It? full 1 7 Part of the Health Unmuted Audio Library Communication is vital for all parts of life, but Parkinson’s disease can greatly impact cognition and speaking. That’s where a speech and language pathologist comes in - helping with common problems like drooling,swallowing, concentration and talking.  In this episode, we hear from a speech and language pathologist about different ways to improve communication and swallowing difficulties after diagnosis.  We also hear from people with Parkinson’s disease about what it’s like to live with these challenges, and what adaptations have been most helpful in overcoming them. For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources Voice and swallowing support Speech Therapist finder - Parkinson’s voice project  LSVT Program Finder  Live Home Practice Sessions - Parkinson’s Voice Project Speech & Swallowing Issues - Parkinson’s Foundation Adaptive Tools Pocket talker device - Amazon Community Groups: Choirs improving PD symptoms  PD Avengers Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Communication is vital for all parts of life, but Parkinson’s disease can greatly impact cognition and speaking.

That’s where a speech and language pathologist comes in - helping with common problems like drooling,swallowing, concentration and talking. 

In this episode, we hear from a speech and language pathologist about different ways to improve communication and swallowing difficulties after diagnosis. 

We also hear from people with Parkinson’s disease about what it’s like to live with these challenges, and what adaptations have been most helpful in overcoming them.

For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com

Resources

Voice and swallowing support


Adaptive Tools


Community Groups:


Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here.


This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global.

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]]> 1061 no Ep 6: Food and Parkinson’s Disease: Nutrition, Meal Preparation and the Act of Eating Food is an important part of everyone’s life. Adjusting your diet while managing a chronic illness can be a challenge.  In this episode, we speak to a dietician about the foods and diets that are often recommended for people with Parkinson's.  We also hear about tips and tools to make cooking and eating a little easier, especially while experiencing motor and non-motor symptoms. For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources Diet and nutrition Guide to eating a Mediterranean diet - Michael J Fox Foundation Meal time booklet - Parkinson’s Foundation Information of pro and prebiotics  - Parkinson's Foundation Common symptoms Studies to show constipation as common symptom of Parkinson’s disease - Study 1 and Study 2   Webinar on gut related issues in Parkinson’s Disease - Michael J Fox Foundation Adaptive Tools Swivel Spoons - Various types available on Amazon.com Lift steady table ware - Product website Wrist weights  - Various types available on Amazon.com Weighted bracelet - Product website Podcast When Life Gives You Parkinson’s Podcast Acid reflux podcast  Community Group PD Avengers Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! Note: Links and resources provided are for informational purposes only. There is no commercial relationship between the organizations referenced and the publisher of this podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:58:00 -0000 Food and Parkinson’s Disease: Nutrition, Meal Preparation and the Act of Eating full 1 6 Part of the Health Unmuted Audio Library Food is an important part of everyone’s life. Adjusting your diet while managing a chronic illness can be a challenge.  In this episode, we speak to a dietician about the foods and diets that are often recommended for people with Parkinson's.  We also hear about tips and tools to make cooking and eating a little easier, especially while experiencing motor and non-motor symptoms. For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources Diet and nutrition Guide to eating a Mediterranean diet - Michael J Fox Foundation Meal time booklet - Parkinson’s Foundation Information of pro and prebiotics  - Parkinson's Foundation Common symptoms Studies to show constipation as common symptom of Parkinson’s disease - Study 1 and Study 2   Webinar on gut related issues in Parkinson’s Disease - Michael J Fox Foundation Adaptive Tools Swivel Spoons - Various types available on Amazon.com Lift steady table ware - Product website Wrist weights  - Various types available on Amazon.com Weighted bracelet - Product website Podcast When Life Gives You Parkinson’s Podcast Acid reflux podcast  Community Group PD Avengers Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! Note: Links and resources provided are for informational purposes only. There is no commercial relationship between the organizations referenced and the publisher of this podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Food is an important part of everyone’s life. Adjusting your diet while managing a chronic illness can be a challenge.


 In this episode, we speak to a dietician about the foods and diets that are often recommended for people with Parkinson's. 


We also hear about tips and tools to make cooking and eating a little easier, especially while experiencing motor and non-motor symptoms.


For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com


Resources


Diet and nutrition


Common symptoms


Adaptive Tools


Podcast


Community Group


Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here.


This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global.


What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know!


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]]> 1202 no Ep 5: Exercise for People with Parkinson’s - From the Gym to Physical Therapy When it comes to slowing down the progression of Parkinson’s disease, exercise is critical. But you don't need to be a lifelong athlete to benefit.  In this episode, we hear why exercise is so important, and some easy ways people living with Parkinson’s can get started today.  We also cover the importance of physical and occupational therapy, and hear tips on how home adaptations can help manage symptoms. For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources The benefits of exercise Study to show exercise improves depression in Parkinson’s patients  Benefits of exercise for slowing parkinson’s disease - Parkinson's Foundation  Downloadable resources on benefits of exercise for PD - Stanford Medicine Why you should exercise - Parkinson’s Foundation Terms Mentioned: GERD, Gastroesophageal reflux disease - Mayo Clinic Exercise guides Skills and Wellness channel - Youtube - Mobility videos Parkinson’s foundation - Youtube - Fitness Friday videos Step by Step Physio Movements - Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery MENTOR Program  Exercise videos - Brian Grant Foundation Home Adaptations  Easy changes to make around the house - Davis Phinney Foundation Video Bathroom and grooming aids - Parkinson’s Foundation Webinar on creating a safe home environment - Parkinson’s Foundation Podcast Parkinson's Podcast by the Davis Phinney Foundation Community Group PD Avengers Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:48:00 -0000 Exercise for People with Parkinson’s - From the Gym to Physical Therapy full 1 5 Part of the Health Unmuted Audio Library When it comes to slowing down the progression of Parkinson’s disease, exercise is critical. But you don't need to be a lifelong athlete to benefit.  In this episode, we hear why exercise is so important, and some easy ways people living with Parkinson’s can get started today.  We also cover the importance of physical and occupational therapy, and hear tips on how home adaptations can help manage symptoms. For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources The benefits of exercise Study to show exercise improves depression in Parkinson’s patients  Benefits of exercise for slowing parkinson’s disease - Parkinson's Foundation  Downloadable resources on benefits of exercise for PD - Stanford Medicine Why you should exercise - Parkinson’s Foundation Terms Mentioned: GERD, Gastroesophageal reflux disease - Mayo Clinic Exercise guides Skills and Wellness channel - Youtube - Mobility videos Parkinson’s foundation - Youtube - Fitness Friday videos Step by Step Physio Movements - Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery MENTOR Program  Exercise videos - Brian Grant Foundation Home Adaptations  Easy changes to make around the house - Davis Phinney Foundation Video Bathroom and grooming aids - Parkinson’s Foundation Webinar on creating a safe home environment - Parkinson’s Foundation Podcast Parkinson's Podcast by the Davis Phinney Foundation Community Group PD Avengers Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices When it comes to slowing down the progression of Parkinson’s disease, exercise is critical. But you don't need to be a lifelong athlete to benefit. 


In this episode, we hear why exercise is so important, and some easy ways people living with Parkinson’s can get started today. 


We also cover the importance of physical and occupational therapy, and hear tips on how home adaptations can help manage symptoms.


For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com


Resources


The benefits of exercise


Terms Mentioned:


Exercise guides


Home Adaptations 


Podcast


Community Group


Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here.


This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global.


What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know!

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]]> 1098 no Ep 4: Treatments for Parkinson’s Disease, and the Role of Clinical Trials There's no cure for Parkinson's disease, but there are ways to manage it and treat symptoms. In this episode, we explore how different types of medications can help, and the importance of clinical trials in progressing treatment options.  We hear from people who are living with Parkinson’s disease about their medication journeys.   We also discuss an alternative surgical treatment that is available: deep brain stimulation.   For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources Medication Medication explained - Mayo Clinic Webinar about on/off time - Michael J Fox foundation  Parkinson’s Drugs- Parkinson’s UK Resource FDA Approved Medications-  APDA Terms Mentioned Carbidopa-levodopa - Mayo Clinic Sinemet, Parcopa, Duopa and other brand names for Sinemet - on Medscape Dopamine agonists (pramipexole, ropinirole) - Mayo Clinic Dyskinesia- Parkinson Foundation Deep Brain Stimulation - Mayo Clinic Alternative Surgical Treatment Option Deep Brain Stimulation - Parkinson's Org Clinical Trials Clinical Trials- Parkinson’s Foundation Clinical Trials Recruiting- Cure Parkinsons Podcasts Parkinson's Foundation Podcast Community Group PD Avengers Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here.   This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:38:00 -0000 Treatments for Parkinson’s Disease, and the Role of Clinical Trials full 1 4 Part of the Health Unmuted Audio Library There's no cure for Parkinson's disease, but there are ways to manage it and treat symptoms. In this episode, we explore how different types of medications can help, and the importance of clinical trials in progressing treatment options.  We hear from people who are living with Parkinson’s disease about their medication journeys.   We also discuss an alternative surgical treatment that is available: deep brain stimulation.   For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources Medication Medication explained - Mayo Clinic Webinar about on/off time - Michael J Fox foundation  Parkinson’s Drugs- Parkinson’s UK Resource FDA Approved Medications-  APDA Terms Mentioned Carbidopa-levodopa - Mayo Clinic Sinemet, Parcopa, Duopa and other brand names for Sinemet - on Medscape Dopamine agonists (pramipexole, ropinirole) - Mayo Clinic Dyskinesia- Parkinson Foundation Deep Brain Stimulation - Mayo Clinic Alternative Surgical Treatment Option Deep Brain Stimulation - Parkinson's Org Clinical Trials Clinical Trials- Parkinson’s Foundation Clinical Trials Recruiting- Cure Parkinsons Podcasts Parkinson's Foundation Podcast Community Group PD Avengers Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here.   This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There's no cure for Parkinson's disease, but there are ways to manage it and treat symptoms.


In this episode, we explore how different types of medications can help, and the importance of clinical trials in progressing treatment options. 


We hear from people who are living with Parkinson’s disease about their medication journeys.  


We also discuss an alternative surgical treatment that is available: deep brain stimulation.

 

For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com


Resources


Medication


Terms Mentioned


Alternative Surgical Treatment Option


Clinical Trials


Podcasts


Community Group


Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here.

 

This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global.


What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know!

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]]> 1183 no Ep 3: What Is Young-Onset Parkinson’s Disease? Does Parkinson’s only affect older people?   A common misconception is that Parkinson’s disease only affects people in the later stages of life, but that isn’t always the case.  Young-Onset Parkinson’s disease refers to people who are diagnosed much earlier, sometimes in their 20’s or 30’s.   In this episode, we hear from three people who are living with Young-Onset Parkinon’s disease about their experiences, and the impact on and adjustments to their careers, health decisions and family life after diagnosis.  For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources Talking about Parkinson's Talking to your Children about Parkinson’s - Michael J Fox Foundation My parent has parkinson’s fact sheet - Parkinson’s Foundation  Talking to your employer about PD - Parkinson’s Foundation  Terms from this Episode Hand Dystonia : "excessive, involuntary muscle contractions in the fingers, hand, forearm, and sometimes shoulder" - Dystonia Foundation Podcasts Learning About Parkinson's Podcast Young Onset 101 podcast episode - Parkinson’s Foundation  Parkinson's Life Podcast Community Group PD Avengers Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:28:00 -0000 What is Young-Onset Parkinson’s Disease? full 1 3 Part of the Health Unmuted Audio Library Does Parkinson’s only affect older people?   A common misconception is that Parkinson’s disease only affects people in the later stages of life, but that isn’t always the case.  Young-Onset Parkinson’s disease refers to people who are diagnosed much earlier, sometimes in their 20’s or 30’s.   In this episode, we hear from three people who are living with Young-Onset Parkinon’s disease about their experiences, and the impact on and adjustments to their careers, health decisions and family life after diagnosis.  For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources Talking about Parkinson's Talking to your Children about Parkinson’s - Michael J Fox Foundation My parent has parkinson’s fact sheet - Parkinson’s Foundation  Talking to your employer about PD - Parkinson’s Foundation  Terms from this Episode Hand Dystonia : "excessive, involuntary muscle contractions in the fingers, hand, forearm, and sometimes shoulder" - Dystonia Foundation Podcasts Learning About Parkinson's Podcast Young Onset 101 podcast episode - Parkinson’s Foundation  Parkinson's Life Podcast Community Group PD Avengers Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Does Parkinson’s only affect older people?  


A common misconception is that Parkinson’s disease only affects people in the later stages of life, but that isn’t always the case. 


Young-Onset Parkinson’s disease refers to people who are diagnosed much earlier, sometimes in their 20’s or 30’s.  


In this episode, we hear from three people who are living with Young-Onset Parkinon’s disease about their experiences, and the impact on and adjustments to their careers, health decisions and family life after diagnosis. 


For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com


Resources


Talking about Parkinson's


Terms from this Episode


Podcasts


Community Group


Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here.


This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global.


What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know!

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]]> 1224 no Ep 2: How Is Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosed? And How Is a Care Team Created? Parkinson’s disease can’t be diagnosed through a simple blood test or scan. After a referral from a primary care doctor, it often takes visits to a neurologist or movement disorder specialist before receiving a clinical diagnosis.  In this episode, we speak to healthcare providers and those living with the disease about the diagnostic process. We also explain how to build a Parkinson’s care team - a group of healthcare providers that provide support after diagnosis. For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources Building a care team Movement disorder specialist directory - International Parkinson’s and Movement Disorder Society Find a PD expert care center - Parkinson’s Foundation Building a care team - Michael J Fox Foundation Support after diagnosis Early signs of PD- Brain and Life Magazine (AAN) Guide to the early years after diagnosis - Michael J Fox Foundation Terms Mentioned DaTscan - test to help in the diagnosis of Parkinson’s, read more on APDA Podcast The Michael J Fox Foundation Parkinson’s Podcast Community Group PD Avengers  Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:18:00 -0000 How Is Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosed? And How Is a Care Team Created? full 1 2 Part of the Health Unmuted Audio Library Parkinson’s disease can’t be diagnosed through a simple blood test or scan. After a referral from a primary care doctor, it often takes visits to a neurologist or movement disorder specialist before receiving a clinical diagnosis.  In this episode, we speak to healthcare providers and those living with the disease about the diagnostic process. We also explain how to build a Parkinson’s care team - a group of healthcare providers that provide support after diagnosis. For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com Resources Building a care team Movement disorder specialist directory - International Parkinson’s and Movement Disorder Society Find a PD expert care center - Parkinson’s Foundation Building a care team - Michael J Fox Foundation Support after diagnosis Early signs of PD- Brain and Life Magazine (AAN) Guide to the early years after diagnosis - Michael J Fox Foundation Terms Mentioned DaTscan - test to help in the diagnosis of Parkinson’s, read more on APDA Podcast The Michael J Fox Foundation Parkinson’s Podcast Community Group PD Avengers  Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Parkinson’s disease can’t be diagnosed through a simple blood test or scan. After a referral from a primary care doctor, it often takes visits to a neurologist or movement disorder specialist before receiving a clinical diagnosis. 


In this episode, we speak to healthcare providers and those living with the disease about the diagnostic process. We also explain how to build a Parkinson’s care team - a group of healthcare providers that provide support after diagnosis.


For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com


Resources


Building a care team


Support after diagnosis


Terms Mentioned

  • DaTscan - test to help in the diagnosis of Parkinson’s, read more on APDA


Podcast


Community Group


Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here.


This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global.


What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know!

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]]> 977 no Ep 1: What Is Parkinson’s Disease? 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. For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! 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 Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:08:00 -0000 What Is Parkinson’s Disease? full 1 1 Part of the Health Unmuted Audio Library 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. For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know! 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 Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here. This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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.


For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com


What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit healthunmuted.com/feedback to let us know!


Resources


What is Parkinson’s?


Terms Mentioned



Helpline

  • Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline - 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636)


Podcast


Community Group


Guests’ Books 


References


Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here.


This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global.

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]]> 1313 no Trailer: Welcome to the Parkinson's Disease Podcast 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) A diagnosis brings questions, concerns and fears about what lies ahead. 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.  Listen, follow and share this series with the people in your life. Follow: Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram For informational purposes only. Please consult a registered health professional for advice. The Parkinson's Disease Podcast is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. References (1) https://www.who.int/news/item/14-06-2022-launch-of-who-s-parkinson-disease-technical-brief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 28 Jul 2022 23:06:00 -0000 Welcome to the Parkinson's Disease Podcast trailer Part of the Health Unmuted Audio Library 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) A diagnosis brings questions, concerns and fears about what lies ahead. 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.  Listen, follow and share this series with the people in your life. Follow: Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram For informational purposes only. Please consult a registered health professional for advice. The Parkinson's Disease Podcast is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global. References (1) https://www.who.int/news/item/14-06-2022-launch-of-who-s-parkinson-disease-technical-brief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 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)

A diagnosis brings questions, concerns and fears about what lies ahead. 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. 


Listen, follow and share this series with the people in your life.


Follow: Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram


For informational purposes only. Please consult a registered health professional for advice.


The Parkinson's Disease Podcast is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global.


References

(1) https://www.who.int/news/item/14-06-2022-launch-of-who-s-parkinson-disease-technical-brief

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