by Parkinson's Foundation
How can people with Parkinson's live a better life today? Join the Parkinson's Foundation as we highlight the treatments and techniques that can help all people affected by Parkinson's live a better life today, as well as the research that can bring a better tomorrow. View more information on our episodes by visiting parkinson.org/Podcast. Share your comments and thoughts at parkinson.org/Feedback.
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May 12, 2026
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%;"><span style= "font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Changes in speech and swallowing are common in Parkinson's disease (PD), but they can be difficult to recognize without understanding how they may present. These changes often happen because of lower dopamine levels in people with PD, which can make automatic actions- like speaking loud, clear sentences without requiring much thought- more difficult. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%;"><span style= "font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">The Parkinson Voice Project developed the SPEAK OUT! Therapy Program to help people with PD speak and swallow with intention, addressing these challenges. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%;"><span style= "font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">In the episode, we speak with Samantha Elandary, MA, CCC-SLP, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Parkinson Voice Project. She discusses the benefits of working with a Certified SPEAK OUT! Provider, how to identify signs of speech and swallowing difficulties, and offers tips for incorporating these techniques into daily life. Toward the end of the episode, Samantha demonstrates a brief speech exercise that takes just a few minutes but can provide meaningful benefits when practiced consistently and intentionally. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%;"><span style= "font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Follow and rate us on your favorite podcast platform to be notified when there's a new episode! Let us know what other topics you would like us to cover by visiting <a href="https://cvent.me/3Eal29" target="_blank" rel="noopener">parkinson.org/feedback</a>. </span></p>
April 14, 2026
Parkinson's Foundation Ambassador Ken Chason and EVP Andi Lipstein Fristedt discuss how advocacy accelerates change in Parkinson's care and treatment.
March 24, 2026
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 94.6pt;"><span style= "font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; background: white;"> The standard treatment plan for Parkinson's disease (PD) typically begins with medications to help manage symptoms. As the disease progresses, symptoms may worsen or medications may become less effective over time. If this happens, more</span> <a href= "https://www.parkinson.org/library/books/advanced-treatment-options"> <span style= "font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; background: white;">advanced treatment options</span></a> <span style= "font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; background: white;"> may be considered, such as Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), pump medications, or focused ultrasound. Understanding the potential benefits and risks of each option, and discussing them with your care team, can help you make an informed decision about the next steps in your treatment plan.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 94.6pt;"><span style= "font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; background: white;"> In this episode, we speak with Dr. Arjun Tarakad, Associate Professor of Neurology at Baylor College of Medicine, a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence, and Samantha Helton, a person living with young-onset Parkinson's. Mrs. Helton shares her first-hand experience undergoing DBS, including what motivated her to say "yes" to surgery, while Dr. Tarakad discusses what to expect before, during, and after DBS surgery.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 94.6pt;"><span style= "font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; background: white;"> Follow and rate us on your favorite podcast platform to be notified when there's a new episode! Let us know what other topics you would like us to cover by visiting <a href= "https://cvent.me/3Eal29" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">parkinson.org/feedback</a>. </span></p>
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How can people with Parkinson's live a better life today? Join the Parkinson's Foundation as we highlight the treatments and techniques that can help all people affected by Parkinson's live a better life today, as well as the research that can bring a better tomorrow.
View more information on our episodes by visiting parkinson.org/Podcast. Share your comments and thoughts at parkinson.org/Feedback.
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