
About this episode
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World Parkinson Congress 2023 (WPC2023) was a true testament to unity and shared vision. It saw the participation of more than 2,600 people, drawn from 73 countries, all converging under one roof with one common objective: unraveling the mysteries of Parkinson's. This assembly comprised nearly a thousand medical doctors and researchers, 450 registered nurses, therapists, and other clinicians, 685 brave individuals living with Parkinson's, and 260 dedicated care partners and family members.
In this episode, Larry and Rebecca share their experiences and discuss some of the most poignant lessons, enlightening stories, and groundbreaking revelations from the congress. They will introduce you people making a difference in their local communities and the world stage.
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Larry Gifford
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Shabbir Latif
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Rosemary Morrison – Improv for Wellness Coordinator
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World Parkinson Congress
WHO iSupport
Thanks to:
Julie Worden, Brooklyn, NY Dance for PD
Jane Williams London, KY Parkinson’s in Motion
Amy Lavalle, Brian Grant Foundation www.briangrant.org
Geoff Constable, Melbourne, Australia www.fightparkinsons.org.au
WLGYP: What's your superpower?
Tina Gillespie, South Australia, Australia Parkinson’s South Australia
Craig Gillespie, South Australia, Australia Parkinson’s South Australia
Sheena Botrill – South Australia, Australia Parkinson’s South Australia
Eric Aquino, Eastern Pennsylvania Gray Strong Foundation – Trembling EMT Podcast
Dr. Tash (Natasha) Fothergill-Misbah Newcastle University
Joy Milne, Ted X Manchester This Nurse Can Smell Parkinson’s Disease
WLGYP: A 3-minute test for a Parkinson’s diagnosis
WLGYP: World Parkinson Congress – Day 2 (Kyoto)
Paul Mayhew Archer Incurable Optimist
WLGYP: They say laughter is the best medicine
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