Parkinson’s
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. April 11 is World Parkinson’s Day. We had three excellent speakers with products and a service that support people living with Parkinson’s. Bryce Perry shared his 15-year journey with Parkinson’s, emphasizing the importance of understanding Parkinson’s not just being aware of it. Bryce hosts two Parkinson’s support podcasts, is doing…
Our News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club April 7, 2026 episode falls in the week of World Parkinson’s Day on April 11 and a Rethinking Aging Club Podcast episode on April 9th focused on Parkinson’s solutions. We began with Ray Gordon’s article and study about a potential blood test for early Parkinson’s detection.…
We featured two founder CEO’s with outstanding affordable longevity products. Both of these brilliant women and their teams provided ten minute lie-down experiences for attendees in the AgeTech Collaborative from AARP pavilion at CES 2026. Anna Gudmundson explained how Sensate uses low-frequency sound vibrations to tune the vagus nerve. She noted the results of a…
Elizabeth Magallon Fleury shared an article on LA residents affected by wildfires, emphasizing the challenges of rebuilding at retirement age and the importance of insurance reviews. Ray Gordon discussed a BBC Science Focus article on a new protein discovery that could lead to Parkinson’s treatments. Debbie Howard highlighted a World Economic Forum article by Lawrence…
Ray Gordon presented an article on a new adaptive deep brain stimulation treatment for Parkinson’s, which uses personalized feedback to optimize patient care. Debbie Howard shared a New York Times article on 10 brain-healthy habits, emphasizing the importance of wearing helmets, protecting hearing and breathing, and maintaining oral hygiene. Elizabeth Magayon Fleury discussed the future…
We honored World Parkinson’s Day (April 22, 2025) and Parkinson’s Awareness Month with this episode focused on Parkinson’s Advocacy and Speech Therapy. We also got an update on the Whispp app which provides AI Assistive Voice Technology but is not specifically intended for Parkinson’s patients. Follow PD Avengers on their social media links to learn…
In our April 8, 2025 episode, we discussed the impact of retirement on brain health, emphasizing the importance of planning, socializing, finding purpose, and engaging in new activities to mitigate cognitive decline. Debbie Howard highlighted a New York Times article on retirement’s cognitive effects, noting that retirement can lead to decline but also presents opportunities…
In this episode, we explore innovative caregiver friendly products and services that support family caregivers – and their care receivers – in recognition of November as the month for both National Family Caregivers Month and Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. A broad range of resources (both tech and analog) are required to manage the diverse needs of…
This episode is a continuation of our April 11th episode focused on products and advocacy for Parkinson’s disease in honor of Parkinson’s Awareness Month and Parkinson’s Day. Desiree Mearns discussed the American Parkinson’s Disease Association’s (APDA) efforts, including a live well symposium in Boca Raton. Raleigh Dewan introduced SteadySpoon, a mechanical utensil stabilizer with 95%…
This episode honoring Parkinson’s Awareness Month focused on Parkinson’s products and advocacy, featuring discussions on various technologies and support systems. Emile Maamary introduced the Steadiwear glove, designed to reduce hand tremors in both Parkinson’s and essential tremor, with the Steadi-3 version* set for April 2025 delivery. Bruce McIntyre highlighted the Oklahoma Parkinson’s Alliance’s support groups,…
