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Hear from scientists, doctors and people with Parkinson's on different aspects of life with the disease as well as research toward treatment breakthroughs. Listen through our site or subscribe in iTunes or through your smartphone podcast app.

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What You Need to Know about Sleep, Aging and Parkinson's

March 15, 2023

Did you know that RBD or acting out dreams can be an early indicator of Parkinson’s? Many people develop sleep issues as they age — with and without PD. Join host, Larry Gifford, in a rich discussion…

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One Step at a Time: Managing Gait and Balance Issues in Parkinson's (Webinar Audio)

February 22, 2023

From freezing to shuffling and everything in between, gait and balance struggles can impact people with Parkinson’s at all stages of their journey. In this episode, listen as experts discuss emerging…

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Food for Thought: Answering Your Questions on Diet, Brain Health and Parkinson's

February 8, 2023

For many, the word “diet” has negative associations: cutting out the foods you love, not enjoying what you eat or following strict rules about what you can or can’t eat. But diet is a way of life…

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Eating to Boost Brain Health and Ease Symptoms (Webinar Audio)

January 25, 2023

What foods are best for you? Whether you have Parkinson’s disease, or are concerned you might develop it, food and nutrition play a critical role in brain health. Our expert panel shares effective…

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Podcast: What Comes Next? Living with Parkinson’s Years after Diagnosis (Webinar Replay)

December 21, 2022

There are social, emotional and physical changes you may notice after living with Parkinson’s for some time. In this episode replay, experts discuss tips for managing symptoms, finding support and…

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Navegando el Viaje Emocional de un Diagnóstico de Parkinson (seminario virtual: grabación de audio)

December 16, 2022

Un diagnóstico de Parkinson puede traer muchas emociones diferentes: negación, ira, tristeza, frustración. Es importante saber que no importa qué emociones sientas, no estás solo. Escuche a los…

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2022 in Review: Progress Toward Better Treatments and Prevention (Webinar Audio)

November 30, 2022

The Parkinson’s community often asks, “What new treatments are in the pipeline?” In this episode, experts discuss the latest approaches in treating the spectrum of Parkinson’s, from early diagnosis…

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The MJFF podcast series has been made possible through the leadership of members of our Parkinson's Disease Education Consortium in conjunction with The Albert B. Glickman Parkinson's Disease Education Program. These partners' support allows us to furnish high-quality educational content to the Parkinson's community while maintaining our commitment to allocate donor dollars to high-impact research. Editorial control of all Michael J. Fox Foundation-published content rests solely with the Foundation.

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What You Need to Know about Sleep, Aging and Parkinson's

One Step at a Time: Managing Gait and Balance Issues in Parkinson's (Webinar Audio)

Food for Thought: Answering Your Questions on Diet, Brain Health and Parkinson's

Eating to Boost Brain Health and Ease Symptoms (Webinar Audio)

Podcast: What Comes Next? Living with Parkinson’s Years after Diagnosis (Webinar Replay)

Navegando el Viaje Emocional de un Diagnóstico de Parkinson (seminario virtual: grabación de audio)

2022 in Review: Progress Toward Better Treatments and Prevention (Webinar Audio)

Join the Study that Could Change Everything

Breaking Research Updates