Episodes
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In this episode, we focus on sialorrhea. Also known as drooling, this is a common symptom experienced by people with Parkinsonâs.
UK-based David Bateson, who was diagnosed with the condition in 2015, explains how sialorrhea has impacted his speech, working life and interactions with others.
He is joined by Dr Francesca Morgante, a neurologist based at St Georgeâs, University of London â who has been working with David for several years.
Together, the pair tackle key questions around sialorrhea â and share insights on how to manage it.
This podcast has been sponsored by Merz Therapeutics. The content of this episode was up to date and accurate at the time of recording in June 2023. The episode represents the attendeesâ own opinions and experiences. This episode has been reviewed by Merz Therapeutics.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of Parkinsonâs Europe, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit www.parkinsonseurope.org.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected]. Keep a lookout for our next episode and until then, take care!
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Following our previous episode on what to expect with âoffâ periods in Parkinsonâs, this episode focuses on potential management methods.
Canada-based Barbara Salsberg Mathews, who was diagnosed with the condition in 2020, shares her personal strategies for tackling âoffâ states and the impact these have had.
She is joined by Dr Silvia Rota, an Italian neurologist and clinical research fellow who sheds light on various treatments and approaches that may be beneficial.
Together, our two guests explore how different tactics can help people to take better control of their âoffâ periods â and why open communication is key.
This episode was funded by pharmaceutical company Bial. The content of this episode was up to date and accurate at the time of recording in October 2023. The episode represents the individual views and experiences of the podcast attendees.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of Parkinsonâs Europe, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit www.parkinsonseurope.org.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us.
If youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected]. Keep a lookout for our next episode and until then, take care!
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In this episode we focus on âoffâ periods â when Parkinsonâs medication is not as effective as it should be, and symptoms become more difficult to manage.
US-based Bill Bucklew shares how his âoffâ periods have evolved since he was diagnosed with the condition in 2012, and how they play a role in his daily life.
Joining him is Dr Valentina Leta, a neurologist based in Italy who highlights the importance of increasing awareness around this important topic.
Together, our guests explore what people should know about the different types of âoffâ periods, how to identify them â and how they can impact people in the Parkinsonâs community.
This episode was funded by pharmaceutical company Bial. The content of this episode was up to date and accurate at the time of recording in October 2023. The episode represents the individual views and experiences of the podcast attendees.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of Parkinsonâs Europe, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit www.parkinsonseurope.org.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us.
If youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected]. Keep a lookout for our next episode and until then, take care!
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In this episode, we find out what itâs like to manage daily life with an apomorphine pump. Apomorphine is a type of liquid dopamine agonist that is primarily used to treat people living with a more âadvancedâ stage of Parkinsonâs.
UK-based Bob Taylor explains how the treatment has helped him adjust to his ârollercoasterâ journey with the condition, since he was diagnosed more than two decades ago. Joining him is Liz Taylor, his wife, who has supported him as a caregiver throughout his experience.
They talk to Dr Tove Henriksen, a neurologist from Denmark, who says that in 30 years of treating people with Parkinsonâs, she has never grown tired of her work. Together, our three guests explore the challenges and potential benefits of using an apomorphine pump.
This episode was sponsored by Convatec, and Tove has been paid by Convatec to provide information for this podcast. The information in this podcast is given for information purposes only and is not a substitute for advice from your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. Opinions expressed within this podcast are those of the individuals and not necessarily representative of Convatec.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of Parkinsonâs Europe, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit www.parkinsonseurope.org.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us.
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In this episode, we explore gait impairment â a common symptom of Parkinsonâs that can involve slowness, muscle stiffness and freezing â and how it impacts people living with the condition.
Our first guest is David Little, who lives in Carlisle, UK. Having previously worked as a firefighter, David was diagnosed with Parkinsonâs back in 2005. David has experienced first-hand the effects of gait impairment in his day-to-day life and says heâs keen to challenge the misconceptions that can surround the condition.
He is joined by Martina Mancini from Italy, who works as an assistant professor in the neurology department at the Oregon Health & Sciences University, in Oregon, US. Martina has worked on numerous studies about gait impairment â and has also investigated the role wearable devices can play in treatment.
David and Martina discuss what causes gait impairment, share advice on managing these symptoms â and explore how current research is addressing this topic.
This episode was funded by Charco Neurotech, the ÂÂcompany behind CUE1 â a wearable medical device designed to help alleviate gait impairment and support movement in people with Parkinsonâs.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.com.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us.
And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected].
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This episode explores what it means to take part in Parkinsonâs research â from finding out more about clinical trials, to completing surveys about life with the condition.
Our first guest is Amelia Hursey, who lives in London, UK. Amelia recently joined the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association â the only European Parkinsonâs umbrella organisation â as Research Manager, and is passionate about informing members of the Parkinsonâs community how they can learn more about research.
She is joined by Karl Wouters, based in Beerse, Belgium, who has worked in corporate communications and disease management programmes. Since being diagnosed with Parkinsonâs six years ago, Karl has taken part in clinical trials â and is particularly enthusiastic about the importance of bridging the gap between researchers and patients.
Also joining is Shafaq Ali, a dentist who live in West Yorkshire, UK. Diagnosed with Parkinsonâs in 2019, she is currently exploring the idea of taking part in research â and is looking for options to get involved that work for her.
Amelia, Karl and Shafaq discuss how people in the Parkinsonâs community can find out more, explore some of the different ways of taking part in research â and share why asking questions is key.
This podcast has been supported by a grant from the Boston Scientific Foundation Europe, whose mission is to improve patient wellbeing using digital or innovative solutions.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.com
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected].
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This episode delves into the gender gap in Parkinsonâs research. Itâs estimated that three million women worldwide are living with the condition â but are their specific needs being properly addressed in scientific studies?
Itâs a topic that is important to our guests, Dr Annelien Oosterbaan â a physician-researcher from the Netherlands â and retired family physician Dr Soania Mathur from Toronto, Canada.
Both Annelien and Soania contributed to a recent study exploring gaps in awareness about sex and gender differences in Parkinsonâs. The paper, âUnmet Needs of Women Living with Parkinsonâs Diseaseâ, highlights how womenâs experiences of the condition have been an âoverlooked fieldâ â and includes recommendations to help tackle the problem.
In their conversation, Annelien and Soania discuss the areas they think have been neglected in Parkinsonâs research â while sharing insights from their personal experiences of life with the condition.
This podcast has been supported by a grant from the Boston Scientific Foundation Europe, whose mission is to improve patient wellbeing using digital or innovative solutions.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.com
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected]. -
An estimated three million women around the world are living with Parkinsonâs. But historically, their specific needs and experiences have been neglected â leading to disparities in diagnosis, treatment and medication.
In this episode, Dr LucĂa Ferro joins us from Barcelona, Spain. Diagnosed with Parkinsonâs three years ago, she has since become passionate about raising awareness of the unique challenges that face women with the condition.
Joining her for an open conversation is US-based boxing coach and former engineer Lori DePorter. Referring to her own diagnosis as a âperfect storm of eventsâ, Lori has found ways to help manage Parkinsonâs â and its impact on other aspects of her life.
LucĂa and Lori discuss their personal experiences â from health and work, to family life â and feeling represented in the community.
This podcast has been supported by a grant from the Boston Scientific Foundation Europe, whose mission is to improve patient wellbeing using digital or innovative solutions.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.comIf you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected].
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The more weâve talked to people living with Parkinsonâs, the more weâve learned about the impact of compulsive and impulsive behaviours. A potential side effect of dopamine agonists (that is, commonly prescribed Parkinsonâs medications that mimic dopamine in the brain), these might include compulsive gambling, shopping or hypersexuality.
In this episode, UK-based Vicki Dillon shares her own difficult experience of impulsive behaviours, which saw her personality change while her job, finances, reputation and family life suffered.
She is joined by Dr Angelo Antonini, an academic neurologist from Italy who has around 30 years of experience supporting people with Parkinsonâs. He shares his perspective on approaching dopamine agonists â and treating his patients with care and empathy.
In their conversation, Vicki and Angelo discuss the implications of dopamine agonists, how to address compulsive and impulsive behaviours â and why awareness about the issue is key to overcoming stigma and helping people with Parkinsonâs.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.com
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected]. Keep a lookout for our next episode and until then, take care!
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In our second episode on deep brain stimulation, two guests discuss what life is like after having DBS surgery â from symptoms and charging the device, to check-ups and body image.
Our first guest is Peter Schielzeth, a 58-year-old retired Chief Operating Officer, who now does pro bono work for a start-up. Peter lives in Germany with his husband, as well as his pet dog Basti.
Peter was diagnosed with Parkinsonâs in 2014 â and says that taking the decision to have DBS four years later has had a significant impact on his experience of tremor.
He talks to Louise Ebenezer, a Parkinsonâs disease nurse specialist based in Wales, UK. Louiseâs role includes meeting with people whoâve been diagnosed with the condition â and discussing referrals for treatments like deep brain stimulation. She describes her job as the best sheâs ever had â and says she now canât imagine working in any other area.
This episode was funded by Abbott, who is dedicated to helping people live more fully by transforming the future of healthcare through life-changing technologies and products.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.com.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected].
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In this episode, two guests discuss everything there is to consider when making the decision about deep brain stimulation, or DBS.
Here to tell us all about her experience is Cathy Molohan, an Irish-born Parkinsonâs campaigner based in Germany. Diagnosed with the condition in 2012, Cathy underwent DBS surgery nearly two years ago to address issues with tremor.
Joining her is neurosurgeon Keyoumars Ashkan from the UK, who is Professor of Neurosurgery at Kingâs College Hospital in London. With many yearsâ experience supporting patients through DBS, he shares his own perspective on how to prepare for the surgery.
This episode was funded by Medtronic, a medical device company working on groundbreaking healthcare technology solutions for the most complex and challenging conditions.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.com.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected].
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Ever since we first started recording the Parkinsonâs Life podcast, weâve been asking our guests the same three questions, designed to get to the heart of what itâs like to live with Parkinsonâs.
Describe Parkinson's in three words.
What gets you through the day?
What has Parkinson's given you â and what has it taken away?
How would you answer them? In this end of year special, for the first time, we share answers from guests across the series â whose perspectives range from funny to sad to angry, and everything in between.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected].
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In this episode, weâre investigating what it means to pursue passions while living with the condition.
Our first guest is Trevor Woollard, who lives in Buckinghamshire, UK. Trevor was inspired by street art and graffiti he saw in New York to pick up a paintbrush â a pursuit that led him to set up a non-profit called âParkinsonâs Artâ to support creative projects from people in the community. He says his own artistic style, and what art means to him, has evolved as the condition has progressed.
Trevor is joined by Kitty Fitton, a blogger and comedian based in New Zealand. Kitty took her first steps into stand-up when she was asked to speak at a seminar, and her comedy often focuses on her everyday life, her family and her experience of living with Parkinsonâs.
In their conversation, Kitty and Trevor talk about staying motivated in the face of apathy, whether being diagnosed with Parkinsonâs has led them to new interests and creative approaches â and how pursuing their passions has helped them forge connections with others.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected].
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In this episode, four guests join us virtually from around the world to discuss the ways life has changed during the pandemic, how they have managed â and the lessons to be learned from Covid-19.
Our first guest is Jens Greve from Germany, who was diagnosed with Parkinsonâs in 2013 â and who, despite the challenges of the pandemic, has found solace in ârediscoveringâ family time.
He is joined by Clare Addison from the UK, who has experienced the pandemic from contrasting angles as a neuroscience-specialised nurse who has herself lived with Parkinsonâs since 2016.
Alongside them is Fulvio Capitanio, an Italian based in Spain, who has worked hard to overcome the conditionâs obstacles through lockdowns and social distancing mandates. And Maren Neumann-Aukthun, who joins us from Germany, shares why the connections she has seen being made during the pandemic help her to feel optimistic about the future.
This episode was funded by Kyowa Kirin International, the specialty pharmaceutical company engaged in the treatment of unmet therapeutic needs.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected].
Date of Preparation: November 2021. KKI/INT/IST/0250
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In this episode, weâre looking at the relationship between Parkinsonâs and fitness â and how to keep your body moving with the condition.
A host of research highlights the importance of physical activity for people living with Parkinsonâs. But as time goes on, the condition can create new obstacles for those looking to keep up an exercise regime. So how can people with Parkinsonâs stay fit?
Our first guest is Mirjam Holzel from the Netherlands, who was diagnosed with Parkinsonâs seven years ago. Since her diagnosis, Mirjamâs relationship to fitness has encompassed a hike up Mount Kilimanjaro and immobility caused by back pain â which she has worked hard to overcome.
She is joined by Mariella Graziano, an Argentinian based in Luxembourg who has been a physiotherapist for more than 30 years. Determined to improve the life quality of people with Parkinsonâs, she helps her patients to find the exercise routines that work best for them.
In this episode, Mirjam and Mariella discuss the importance of fitness for people with Parkinsonâs â and share tips to help those with the condition to stay motivated and empowered to exercise.
This episode was funded by Bial, whose âKeep it onâ website aims to inspire people with Parkinsonâs to get active every day.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected]. -
In this episode, weâre focusing on Parkinsonâs and food.
Food is such a huge part of our lives but how does the way you eat affect Parkinsonâs â and does Parkinsonâs impact the way you eat?
Our first guest is Richelle Flanagan, a dietician based in Dublin, Ireland. Richelle, who was diagnosed with Parkinsonâs in 2017, says nutrition is a missing piece of the Parkinsonâs puzzle â and believes that most people with the condition donât know enough about it.
She talks to Zarela Martinez, a chef, podcaster and author who was diagnosed in 2005. Zarela was born and raised in Mexico, but has lived in New York, where she opened her restaurant, since 1983. More recently, she has been working on a website called âA taste for life with Zarelaâ, as well as her own podcast âCooking in Mexican From A to Zâ, which she hosts with her son.
In this episode, Richelle and Zarela discuss their top tips for cooking while dealing with Parkinsonâs symptoms, whether nutrition is a neglected part of treatment â and the joys of singing and dancing in the kitchen.
This podcast has been supported by a grant from the Boston Scientific Foundation Europe, whose mission is to improve patient wellbeing using digital or innovative solutions.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe.
If you like what youâve heard, please rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us. And if youâd like to share your story with Parkinsonâs Life magazine, get in touch through Facebook, Twitter or by emailing [email protected]. -
In this episode, weâre looking at the impact of Parkinsonâs on dating, relationships and breakups.
Being in a relationship comes with its own challenges, and these can become even harder to navigate when Parkinsonâs is thrown into the mix. When do you tell a potential partner about your condition? How do you handle symptoms that make it difficult to communicate, care or be intimate? Why do some relationships work while others fall apart?
In this episode, two guests join us to discuss the highs and lows of looking for love while living with Parkinsonâs.
Our first guest is musician Robbie Tucker from New Brunswick, Canada, who was diagnosed with young onset Parkinsonâs in 2005. Robbie ended a five-year relationship shortly before speaking with us â and is now figuring out how to be alone, but not lonely.
He is joined by Heather Kennedy, a writer and Parkinsonâs advocate based in Northern California, US. Diagnosed in 2011, Heather says her condition contributed to the end of her marriage â but now appreciates new chances at love.
In this episode, Robbie and Heather discuss how Parkinsonâs has impacted their approach to dating, the challenges theyâve faced in their relationships and their advice for others with the condition.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe.This podcast has been supported by a grant from the Boston Scientific Foundation Europe, whose mission is to improve patient wellbeing using digital or innovative solutions. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.com.
If you like what youâve heard, please do take the time to rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us! And if youâd like to get in touch, email us at [email protected] or catch up with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/parkinsonslife) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/parkinsons_life). -
In this episode, weâre looking at the relationship between Parkinsonâs and loneliness.
There are many reasons that people with Parkinsonâs might experience feelings of loneliness â these might include isolation because of communication challenges, stigma surrounding symptoms, and difficulties explaining the realities of the condition to anyone who hasnât experienced it themselves.
A lot of this has been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic â as social distancing, self-isolation and lockdowns have made it harder to connect.
Our first guest is Wytze Russchen, who was diagnosed with Parkinsonâs in 2008. Before moving to Spain, Wytze had a fast-paced career as a lobbyist in Belgium â but says that his pace of life has slowed down since diagnosis. Heâs experienced mental health symptoms associated with Parkinsonâs â and says that itâs been difficult to communicate some of the challenges linked to the condition, even to close friends and family.
He is joined by Dr. Indu Subramanian, a movement disorder neurologist based in Los Angeles, US. Indu recently worked on a study which suggested that people with Parkinsonâs who experience loneliness may have more severe symptoms and a worse quality of life. She also brings her interest in yoga, mindfulness and other alternative treatments to the discussion.
In this episode, Wytze and Indu discuss why connecting with others is so important, how to find ways of coping with loneliness â and why itâs vital to learn to appreciate the little things.
This podcast has been supported by a grant from the Boston Scientific Foundation Europe, whose mission is to improve patient wellbeing, using digital or innovative solutions.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.com.
If you like what youâve heard, please do take the time to rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us! And if youâd like to get in touch, email us at [email protected] or catch up with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/parkinsonslife/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/parkinsons_life)
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In this episode, which has been initiated and funded by Britannia Pharmaceuticals, weâre looking at what it means to reach an advanced stage of the condition.
Because Parkinsonâs disease is so individualised, its progression is not black and white. The term âadvancedâ Parkinsonâs generally refers to the stage at which symptoms have a bigger impact on day-to-day life. At this stage, medications may not be as effective and people with the condition may begin to rely more on care.
Our first guest is Colin Cheesman, a former local authority chief executive based in Chester, UK, who at 74 has lived with Parkinsonâs disease for two decades. Colin has been able to maintain a good quality of life but in the past few years, his Parkinsonâs symptoms â such as involuntary movement and loss of balance â have become more challenging.
He is joined by Dr Nishantha Silva, a geriatrician based in Grantham, UK, who has specialised in Parkinsonâs disease for 10 years. As a doctor, Nishantha is motivated by the experiences of his own father, who lived with the condition â and strongly believes that the right care can ensure long, fulfilling lives for people with Parkinsonâs.
Parkinsonâs Life magazine is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.com.
If you like what youâve heard, please do take the time to rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us! And if youâd like to get in touch, email us at [email protected] or catch up with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/parkinsonslife) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/parkinsons_life)
Message from our sponsor: The content of this podcast was up to date and accurate at the time of recording in June 2021. The views expressed in this episode represent the speakersâ own opinions and experiences. Speakers may express personal opinions that are not necessarily shared by Britannia Pharmaceuticals. Content from this episode has been reviewed by Britannia to ensure compliance with the ABPI and EFPIA Codes of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry. Any adverse events discussed within this podcast have been reported to the regulatory authorities. All adverse events should be reported to the relevant regulatory authority.
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In this episode, we look at the relationship between Parkinsonâs and sleep. We speak to Cormac and Mary Mehigan, a couple based in Limerick, Ireland, whoâve been married for nearly 25 years. Cormac was diagnosed with Parkinsonâs two years ago but has experienced active dreaming and sleeplessness for around six years.
They are joined by Brian Magennis, a Parkinsonâs advanced nurse practitioner in Dublin. Brian is one of only four specialist Parkinsonâs nurses in the whole of Ireland â and has a close personal connection to the condition as his father was diagnosed with Parkinsonâs at the age of 28.
In this open, honest â and sometimes emotional â conversation, Cormac and Mary discuss how these symptoms affect their everyday lives and Brian shares his advice on getting a good nightâs sleep.
The Parkinsonâs Life podcast is produced by Speak Media on behalf of the European Parkinsonâs Disease Association, the leading voice for Parkinsonâs in Europe. For the latest research and information on how to improve your sleep with Parkinsonâs, visit EPDA.eu.com/sleepwell.
If you like what youâve heard, please do take the time to rate and review â it helps make sure others can find us! And if youâd like to get in touch, email us at [email protected] or catch up with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/parkinsonslife/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/parkinsons_life)
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