EP 979B - The Parkinson's Foundation: Improving Care and Advancing Research Toward a Cure

Summary: John L. Lehr, President & CEO of the Parkinson's Foundation, shares information about the foundation's mission, as well as provide information about the disease itself.Approximately 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson's (PD) disease each year, and more than 10 million people worldwide are living with PD. While the disease currently has no cure, one of the goals of the Parkinson's Foundation is to explore why Parkinson's develops in the body, how it manifests, and ways it can be managed from a medical perspective. The foundation also focuses on quality of life, making life better for people with the disease by improving care and recognizing the role of loved ones and caregivers.  John L. Lehr, President & CEO of the Parkinson's Foundation, joins Dr. Roizen to share information about the foundation's mission, as well as provide information about the disease itself. Want better health and nutrition? Now you can get personalized supplement recommendations and custom vitamin packs delivered to your door! Go to PersonaNutrition.com/Roizen and take your free assessment and get 50% off your order today. - sponsor   Bonus 6 Surprising Factors That Increase Your Obesity Risk