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Episode 40: Dance Therapy for PD

Besides medication, people with Parkinson’s disease can benefit from many other forms of therapy.

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Episode 41: Palliative Care as Supportive Care in PD

Palliative care is not often thought of in relation to Parkinson’s disease, but as people understand its relevance and benefits, more people with Parkinson’s are adding it to their usual care.

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Episode 42: The Benefits of Music Therapy for Parkinson's

The benefits of music therapy for Parkinson’s disease have been well established over the years.

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Episode 43: Parenting and Parkinson's: Raising Children While Living with Parkinson's

Parenting has its challenges and surprises under the best of circumstances, but when a parent has Parkinson’s disease, it can put added stresses on the family.

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Episode 44: Talking to Children About Parkinson's

Receiving a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, especially when it occurs at an early age, can be seen as disrupting an entire life plan.

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Episode 45: Patient Engagement in Research: The Parkinson’s Advocates in Research Program (PAIR)

The Parkinson’s Advocates in Research program (PAIR) at the Parkinson’s Foundation trains people with Parkinson's disease and caregivers to become involved in the research process.

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Episode 46: Addressing Sleep Discomfort with Parkinson's

Most people with Parkinson’s disease have trouble getting a good night’s sleep due to an inability to fall asleep, stay asleep, or get back to sleep if awoken at night.

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Strategies and Tips for Dealing with Dystonia

Dystonia is a sustained or repetitive muscle twisting, spasm or cramp that can occur at different times of day and in different stages of Parkinson’s disease (PD).

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Episode 47: Swallowing Issues and Oral Care with Parkinson's

Everyone should practice good oral health care, but it is particularly critical for people with Parkinson’s.

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The Coronavirus and Parkinson's Disease

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. Seniors are the most vulnerable. Since most people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) are in their senior years, the Parkinson’s Foundation wants you to be prepared for COVID-19 and Parkinson’s.