PRO’s New Podcast: Together In Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s Resource Organization has a new podcast! Over the last few months, we’ve put together an incredible series of interviews featuring experts on topics that matter to you, like driving while senior and the latest legislation relating to Parkinson’s. 

These are interviews you don’t want to miss, so we’ve put them up on your favorite podcast platforms as well as on YouTube. 

New episodes are released every month; catch up today on our first three episodes: 

Ep. 1: Parkinson’s & Government ft. Rep. Raul Ruiz – A doctor and a legislator, Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-25) is uniquely poised to discuss the recently signed National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act. He highlights the importance of personal stories in shaping legislation and the need for comprehensive support for patients and their families. The discussion also covers the challenges faced by individuals seeking help after a Parkinson’s diagnosis and potential environmental factors contributing to the disease. Congressman Ruiz offers insights into how your congressperson can assist you with healthcare issues and stresses the importance of early support for caregivers.

Ep. 2: Driving While Senior: Scams & Safety ft. Andrea Valdes – In this conversation, PRO Executive Director Eileen Lynch sits down with Andrea Valdes of the CA Department of Insurance to address the sensitive topic of driving safety for seniors; focusing on how to approach the subject with loved ones, recognizing signs that may indicate it’s time to stop driving, and exploring available resources and programs. It also highlights the importance of being aware of scams targeting seniors and the role of the Department of Insurance in providing assistance and information.

Ep. 3: Exploring Clinical Trials: Debunking Myths and What to Know ft. Stephanie Farrell, MBA, RN, CCRC, CPHQ  – Clinical trials play a crucial role in the development of treatments and therapies for Parkinson’s, but there’s a lot more than meets the eye. Stephanie Farrell, Director of Research at Eisenhower Health, breaks down the types, safety, and logistics of various clinical trials and walks you through the questions and expectations you should have when considering a clinical trial yourself.

Give it a listen on Spotify and YouTube – you can search Together in Parkinson’s OR visit www.parkinsonsresource.org/TogetherInParkinsons for links to each episode. Let us know what you think!