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ANA Investigates Biological Staging of Parkinson’s Disease

ANA Investigates (Podcast)
February 25, 2025

Parkinson’s Disease has long been a clinical diagnosis. But recently, there have been proposals to redefine the disease based on biomarkers of alpha-synucleinopathy and dopaminergic dysfunction. Parkinson’s Foundation National Medical Advisor, Dr. Michael S. Okun, joins host Dr. Christine Doss Esper to unpack both sides of this debate as the episode’s primary guests.

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In Parkinson’s fight, Medtronic’s first-in-the-world adaptive therapy feature wins FDA approval

The Minnesota Star Tribune
February 24, 2025

After decades of development and trials, Medtronic has secured U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval for adaptive technology personalizing treatment of Parkinson’s symptoms using advanced stimulation deep in the brain. Parkinson’s Foundation National Medical Advisor, Dr. Michael S. Okun, is interviewed.

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Q & A with Sharon's son, George. Ep.195: Special Guest Parkinson’s Foundation CEO John L. Lehr

Q & A with Sharon’s Son George (Podcast)
February 19, 2025

Parkinson’s Foundation President & CEO John L. Lehr joins host George Ackerman from the Together for Sharon podcast to discuss the Foundation’s mission and resources.

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Best Caregiver Support Groups

U.S. News & World Reports
February 13, 2025

The Parkinson’s Foundation is listed as a recommended organization for caregiver resources in this article about the benefits of caregiver support groups and how to find the right caregiver support group near you.

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Dementia risk may be lowered by one important medical device

Fox News
February 3, 2025

Fox News interviews Parkinson’s Foundation National Medical Adviser, Dr. Michael S. Okun, about studies that have linked high blood sugar levels to an increased risk of cognitive decline.

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A Partnership to Improve Hospital Care for Patients with Parkinson’s Disease

Epic Share
February 3, 2025

Neurologists, representatives from the Parkinson’s Foundation and patients collaborated to design guidance of better care for hospitalized patients with Parkinson’s disease. Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives for the Foundation, Annie Brooks, is interviewed.