Podcasts Archives - Parkinson's Life

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Podcast: Freezing, moving and cueing – understanding gait and Parkinson’s disease

Two guests on the symptom’s “profound” impact

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Podcast: Getting involved in Parkinson’s disease research

What does it mean to take part in trials?

Podcast: Women and Parkinson’s disease – the research gap

Addressing the “lack of information” on women and the condition

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Podcast: Women and Parkinson’s disease – health and wellness

Shedding light on challenges facing women with the condition

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Podcast: Breaking the silence on impulsive and compulsive behaviours

An impactful conversation about medication, stigma and Parkinson’s diseas

Tune into our love-themed podcast this Valentine’s Day

Two guests on dating, relationships, sex and Parkinson’s disease

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Podcast: Everyday life after DBS surgery

Our second episode on deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease

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Podcast: Deciding to have DBS surgery

Two guests discuss deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease

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How would you answer these three questions on life with Parkinson’s disease?

A very merry podcast special

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Podcast: Pursuing passions with Parkinson’s disease

An artist and comedian discuss the condition’s impact on their interests

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Six quotes to live by, from Parkinson’s Life podcast guests

Inspiration from our multi-award-winning podcast on Parkinson’s disease

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Podcast: Lessons learned from the pandemic

How has Parkinson’s disease community been impacted by Covid-19?

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Podcast: How to keep moving with Parkinson’s

Why is exercise crucial for people with Parkinson’s disease?

Podcast: How to eat well with Parkinson’s disease

Two guests discuss cooking with the condition

Have you listened to Parkinson’s Life podcast?

Celebrating conversations from Parkinson’s disease community

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Podcast: Love, sex and Parkinson’s

Exploring the impact of Parkinson’s disease on dating and relationships

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Podcast: Parkinson’s and loneliness

How to stay connected when living with Parkinson’s disease

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Podcast: Living with ‘advanced’ Parkinson’s disease

From coping with changing symptoms to keeping a positive attitude

Podcast: How to sleep well with Parkinson’s

Our guests share their tips for a good night’s sleep

“A space where people with Parkinson’s can speak their minds”

Parkinson’s Life podcast wins Global Content Award

Podcast roundup: conversations on the reality of Parkinson’s

A roundup of Parkinson’s Life podcast

Podcast: Getting creative with Parkinson’s

How creativity and Parkinson’s can work hand-in-hand

Podcast: How do women experience Parkinson’s differently from men?

Three women with Parkinson’s discuss the challenges they face

Podcast: How can you speak the same language as your healthcare professional?

Physiotherapist Josefa Domingos opens up with her patient Idelta Oliveira

Podcast: What’s it like caring for someone with Parkinson’s?

Ola Larsson and Ivona Cudova reflect on caring for loved ones

Podcast: What’s it like managing your working life with Parkinson’s?

Our guests reflect on work life with Parkinson's

Podcast: What’s it like parenting with Parkinson’s?

Campaigners Larry Gifford and Allison Toepperwein share their experience

Could Parkinson’s disease originate in the gut?

A new body of research has highlighted a potential link between gut health and Parkinson’s, with several studies presented at the Society for Neuroscience’s annual meeting in San Diego, US. One study focused on alpha-synuclein – a protein that can cause brain cells to die and contribute to the condition’s onset. As part of the study, the researchers created a mouse model of Parkinson’s by treating the mice with rotenone (an ingredient used in pesticides). This was found to increase clumps of alpha-synuclein in the gut, suggesting the protein may originate in the digestive system before moving to the brain. Commenting on the research presented at the event in a press release, assistant professor of neurosurgery Sonia Villapol said: “When it comes to neurological disorders, we cannot target only the brain. Everything that happens in the gut has an impact on the brain.”

Is dry eye disease common in people with Parkinson’s?

Dry eye disease can involve symptoms such as a lower blinking rate and typically occurs when the eyes are not effectively moistened by tears – leading to discomfort and possible vision loss. Now, a recent study from Japan has investigated the previously underexplored relationship between dry eye disease and Parkinson’s. As part of their research, the team analysed 13 studies published between 2004 and 2022, which involved more than 1,500 people with Parkinson’s. Five of the reports highlighted the prevalence of dry eye disease in people with the condition – with 61% experiencing symptoms. “Our findings emphasize the need for clinicians to be vigilant of the presence of dry eye disease when managing [people with Parkinson’s],” the researchers wrote. However, they noted that more research is needed – especially “future large-scale studies” – to help understand the relationship between dry eye disease and the condition.

Highlighting dental care needs among people with Parkinson’s disease

Researchers from the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, have published a new study looking into dental care among people with Parkinson’s. Using a national register to obtain data relating to dental care between 2015 and 2019, the team identified 6,874 people with Parkinson’s, whose data was then compared to a control group of 34,285 people without the condition. A key takeaway from the five-year study was that a larger portion of people with Parkinson’s were not regular users of the dental care system – 21%, compared to 16.9% in the control group. The findings published in the journal ‘Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology’ also revealed that people with Parkinson’s utilised more dental-related treatment services than those in the control group – such as fillings and extractions. The researchers concluded: “This knowledge can be used by clinicians and decision-makers to ensure the optimal dental care for persons with Parkinson’s.”

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Podcast: Freezing, moving and cueing – understanding gait and Parkinson’s disease

Podcast: Getting involved in Parkinson’s disease research

Podcast: Women and Parkinson’s disease – the research gap

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Podcast: Freezing, moving and cueing – understanding gait and Parkinson’s disease

Podcast: Getting involved in Parkinson’s disease research

Podcast: Women and Parkinson’s disease – the research gap

Podcast: Women and Parkinson’s disease – health and wellness

Podcast: Breaking the silence on impulsive and compulsive behaviours

Tune into our love-themed podcast this Valentine’s Day

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Podcast: Everyday life after DBS surgery

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Podcast: Deciding to have DBS surgery

How would you answer these three questions on life with Parkinson’s disease?

Podcast: Pursuing passions with Parkinson’s disease

Six quotes to live by, from Parkinson’s Life podcast guests

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Podcast: Lessons learned from the pandemic

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Podcast: How to keep moving with Parkinson’s

Podcast: How to eat well with Parkinson’s disease

Have you listened to Parkinson’s Life podcast?

Podcast: Love, sex and Parkinson’s

Podcast: Parkinson’s and loneliness

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Podcast: Living with ‘advanced’ Parkinson’s disease

Podcast: How to sleep well with Parkinson’s

“A space where people with Parkinson’s can speak their minds”

Podcast roundup: conversations on the reality of Parkinson’s

Podcast: Getting creative with Parkinson’s

Podcast: How do women experience Parkinson’s differently from men?

Podcast: How can you speak the same language as your healthcare professional?

Podcast: What’s it like caring for someone with Parkinson’s?

Podcast: What’s it like managing your working life with Parkinson’s?

Podcast: What’s it like parenting with Parkinson’s?

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Could Parkinson’s disease originate in the gut?

Is dry eye disease common in people with Parkinson’s?

Highlighting dental care needs among people with Parkinson’s disease

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