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When Life Gives You Parkinson'sAuthor: Curiouscast
Larry Gifford has Parkinsons disease, and he wants to talk about it. When Life Gives You Parkinsons chronicles Larrys journey following diagnosis at age 45, but he knows hes only part of the story. The podcast gives voice to the fascinating people that make up the Parkinsons community and beyond his family, his fellow people with Parkinsons, care partners, advocates, researchers and healthcare providers. Through these interviews, the podcast informs and inspires others to share their own stories revealing the challenges and growth offered by the Parkinsons journey. Larry is a seasoned broadcaster and the podcast is co-hosted by then-radio personality Niki Reitmayer until 2020 when Larrys wife Rebecca takes on the role. Special thank you to our partners. Presenting partner is Parkinson Canada, content and promotional partner Spotlight YOPD, and The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinsons Research Parkinsons IQ You, PD Avengers, World Parkinson Congress #WPC2023 in Barcelona, Spain. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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The Parkinson's Plan with Dr. Ray Dorsey and Dr. Michael Okun
Sunday, 24 August, 2025
In this compelling episode of When Life Gives You Parkinson's podcast, Larry sits down with Dr. Ray Dorsey and Dr. Michael Okun to discuss their groundbreaking book, The Parkinson’s Plan: A New Path to Prevention and Treatment. As leading neurologists and advocates, they delve into why Parkinson’s disease is now the fastest-growing neurological disorder and, more importantly, how most cases are preventable. The conversation explores the environmental factors fueling the rise of Parkinson’s, including exposure to pesticides and industrial chemicals. Drs. Dorsey and Okun introduce their bold P.L.A.N.—Prevent, Learn, Amplify, Navigate—offering a roadmap to halt the disease's progression. They also share insights from "The Parkinson’s 25," a list of actionable steps individuals can take to reduce their risk. Whether you're living with Parkinson’s, caring for someone who is, or simply seeking to understand this global health challenge, this episode provides critical insights and practical strategies. Join us as we discuss how collective action and informed choices can lead us toward ending Parkinson’s disease Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
