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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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  • Podcast: Could a Nicotine Patch Slow the Progression of Parkinson’s Disease?

    Podcast: Could a Nicotine Patch Slow the Progression of Parkinson’s Disease?

    Studies have long suggested that smokers may be less likely to get Parkinson's. Here, Dave Iverson speaks with a researcher investigating the potential of nicotine patches as a PD treatment.
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  • Podcast: The State of Parkinson’s Disease Research

    Podcast: The State of Parkinson’s Disease Research

    2013 could be a pivotal year in PD research, with expected developments on a variety of fronts. In this podcast, Dave Iverson speaks with Foundation staffers about some of that lies ahead.
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  • Podcast: The Decision to Get Genetically Tested

    Podcast: The Decision to Get Genetically Tested

    Emerging evidence over the past 15 years has led researchers to believe that genetics plays a far greater role in Parkinson’s disease (PD) than was once thought.
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    Podcast: Engaged Parkinson's Patients Are the Answer to a Cure

    Patients have always been at the heart of what we do at The Michael J. Fox Foundation. Our dedication to improving patients’ quality of life has shaped our research priorities.
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  • Podcast: Limiting On-Off Periods in Parkinson's Medications

    Podcast: Limiting On-Off Periods in Parkinson's Medications

    While levodopa is the gold standard therapy for Parkinson's disease (PD), current delivery methods have their limitations.
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  • Podcast: What is the Connection Between Genetics and Environment in Parkinson's?

    Podcast: What is the Connection Between Genetics and Environment in Parkinson's?

    Understanding the genetics of Parkinson’s disease could be a game changer in developing new treatments for the disease. Especially when it comes to two genetic targets: LRRK2 and alpha-synuclein.
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The MJFF podcast series has been made possible through the leadership of members of ourParkinson'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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