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Webinars

On the third Thursday of every month at 12 p.m. ET, join our free live webinars to learn about various aspects of living with Parkinson's disease and our work to speed medical breakthroughs. Log on, listen to the expert discussion and submit your own questions to our panelists.

And join us for other special free webinars throughout the year (dates and times to be announced) on varied topics of interest to the Parkinson's community.

Third Thursdays Webinars from 2018 and 2019 are available for CME credit for practicing health care professionals for two years from their air date. Register for an on-demand webinar to learn more. We apologize that we are not offering CME credit for webinars from 2020 forward. 


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    Why Might Constipation Be a Parkinson’s Symptom?

    Constipation and other gastrointestinal difficulties can severely affect quality of life. Parkinson’s researchers have pinpointed the gut as a place of interest because of biological changes seen…
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    How Parkinson's Affects Speech and Swallowing

    The impact on one’s abilities to communicate and to enjoy meals can be among the greatest felt in Parkinson’s. These limitations also can be dangerous. Our panelists will discuss what we know about…
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    From iPhone to Genome: How Patient Data is Changing Parkinson's Research

    Smartphone apps and online study portals offer a new way for people to participate in Parkinson's research. That data could offer an unprecedented view of Parkinson's disease and enrich…
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    Treating the Brain: New Approaches to Deep Brain Stimulation and Beyond

    Deep brain stimulation and other neuromodulation techniques can be transformative for some patients but have limitations. Researchers will discuss studies to improve available therapies and expand…
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    How Much of Parkinson's Is Genetic?

    Only about 10 percent of Parkinson's cases have been linked to a genetic cause. However, some genes may increase risk of PD, some may impact the rate of progression and others may even protect…
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    The Exercise Rx: Is Exercise as Important as the Pills You Take?

    Exercise — be it walking, swimming, yoga or boxing — is often prescribed for people with Parkinson's. We know regular activity can help with strength, balance and mood. Can it have an effect on…
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The MJFF webinar 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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