Best Michael J Fox Foundation Podcasts (2025)

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Inspiring Your P2P Community With A Bold, Audacious Goal With Pat Morrissey, Team Human Powered Potential & Liz Deimer, The Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinson’s Research 45:21

10d ago45:21

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In the P2P fundraising world, we often look to the spark of organic, supporter-led moments like the Ice Bucket Challenge as examples of what’s possible when passion meets purpose. But when lightning strikes, are you ready to catch it? This episode dives into one such moment: when four friends, Pat Morissey, Brendan Cusick, Peter Durso, and Scott Fo…

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How Do You Feel with Parkinson’s? A Special Edition Webinar on Emotions (Webinar Audio) 1:17:31

15d ago1:17:31

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Life with Parkinson’s comes with a vast range of emotions, wherever you are in your disease journey. Shock, grief, optimism, fear, denial, hope, humor and more can all be a part of the emotional landscape for people living with the disease and their loved ones. Tune into audio from this special edition Third Thursdays Webinar to listen to our panel…

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Menacing Melanoma: Marc Hulbert, PhD on How You Can Fight Back 28:57

8h ago28:57

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Originally broadcast May 8, 2025 Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and melanoma is its deadliest form. Cases have tripled in the past 30 years, particularly among younger people — even as rates for other common cancers have gone down. Marc Hurlbert, Ph.D., CEO of the Melanoma Research Alliance (MRA), joins “Conversations o…

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Menacing Melanoma: Marc Hulbert, PhD on How You Can Fight Back 28:57

8h ago28:57

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Originally broadcast May 8, 2025 Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and melanoma is its deadliest form. Cases have tripled in the past 30 years, particularly among younger people — even as rates for other common cancers have gone down. Marc Hurlbert, Ph.D., CEO of the Melanoma Research Alliance (MRA), joins “Conversations o…

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Healthcare Disability Advocate, Fueled by Personal Experience: Megan Morris 30:29

8d ago30:29

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A recent survey surprisingly found only 41% of physicians were “very confident” about their ability to provide equal quality care to patients with a disability. Megan Morris, Ph.D., and her allies are trying to figure out why and how to boost that percentage. STAT News’ STATUS List recently added Morris to its prestigious collection of influencers …

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Healthcare Disability Advocate, Fueled by Personal Experience: Megan Morris 30:29

8d ago30:29

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A recent survey surprisingly found only 41% of physicians were “very confident” about their ability to provide equal quality care to patients with a disability. Megan Morris, Ph.D., and her allies are trying to figure out why and how to boost that percentage. STAT News’ STATUS List recently added Morris to its prestigious collection of influencers …

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Breaking News: Food Dye Ban: Support But More Needed, Says Dr. Marion Nestle 30:56

16d ago30:56

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Originally broadcast April 22, 2025 Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the U.S. will phase out the remaining eight artificial food dyes from America’s food supply within two years. This is a move that leading nutritionist and author Marion Nestle, Ph.D., has long advocated for. “Conversations on Health Care” ho…

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Breaking News: Food Dye Ban: Support But More Needed, Says Dr. Marion Nestle 30:56

16d ago30:56

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Originally broadcast April 22, 2025 Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the U.S. will phase out the remaining eight artificial food dyes from America’s food supply within two years. This is a move that leading nutritionist and author Marion Nestle, Ph.D., has long advocated for. “Conversations on Health Care” ho…

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Season 5 Episode 1 Misdiagnosis and mental health 42:28

16d ago42:28

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Join me today as I speak with Kenneth and Paige Jobe. Kenneth shares his personal story of misdiagnosis, mental health challenges and a loving care partner that helped bring him through.By Teresa Jackson

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“ChatGPT, MD”: Author Says AI-Empowered Patients, Doctors Take Control 29:00

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Originally broadcast April 17, 2025 The U.S. healthcare system could save up to 500,000 lives and $1.5 trillion a year by embracing the right technology, says Dr. Robert Pearl, a Stanford University professor and a noted healthcare influencer. Pearl, who co-authored his new book “ChatGPT, MD” with the help of generative AI, says the tech’s strength…

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“ChatGPT, MD”: Author Says AI-Empowered Patients, Doctors Take Control 29:00

22d ago29:00

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Originally broadcast April 17, 2025 The U.S. healthcare system could save up to 500,000 lives and $1.5 trillion a year by embracing the right technology, says Dr. Robert Pearl, a Stanford University professor and a noted healthcare influencer. Pearl, who co-authored his new book “ChatGPT, MD” with the help of generative AI, says the tech’s strength…

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Creating Synergy Across A Growing P2P Portfolio with Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation’s Steve Merker 28:54

24d ago28:54

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In the early days of the P2P industry, most nonprofits concentrated on one tentpole P2P event—typically a walk or cycling program—which allowed them to align staffing, branding, and resources around a single, large-scale initiative, focusing on broad market appeal. However, as the industry has evolved, so too has the need to diversify offerings—bot…

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Mystery No More: Howard Hughes’ Legacy Advances Science 31:04

28d ago31:04

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Originally broadcast April 10, 2025 Eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes founded his eponymous Medical Institute over 70 years ago devoted to “unlocking the fundamentals of biology and building an open, inclusive future for science.” Some say Howard Hughes Medical Institute is bringing its founder’s vision into the future with its one-of-a-kind Jane…

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Mystery No More: Howard Hughes’ Legacy Advances Science 31:04

29d ago31:04

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Originally broadcast April 10, 2025 Eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes founded his eponymous Medical Institute over 70 years ago devoted to “unlocking the fundamentals of biology and building an open, inclusive future for science.” Some say Howard Hughes Medical Institute is bringing its founder’s vision into the future with its one-of-a-kind Jane…

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ALL ABOUT AGING AND AI in APRIL with LAWRENCE KOSICK – GET SET UP and DOR SKULER – INTUITION ROBOTICS & ELLIQ; Caregiver Stress & Cortisol Face; Parkinson’s Community Clusters & Michael J. Fox & NAC Research ... 1:33:45

29d ago1:33:45

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We are kicking off April with what is top of mind for everyone – how AI (artificial intelligence) is affecting and changing aging and caregiving. We have two experts in this area: Lawrence Kosick, Co-Founder of Get Set Up and Dor Skuler, Founder and CEO of Intuition Robotics, makers of ElliQ. They talk about how they are using AI to help both older…

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‘If Ryan Reynolds doesn’t get you to do it…’: Colorectal Cancer Alliance CEO talks screening 30:25

1M ago30:25

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Originally broadcast April 3, 2025 Roughly 85% of respondents to a survey cited by Michael Sapienza, CEO of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, say they would rather do their taxes than get a colonoscopy. “We need to do a better job of talking to the public about the barriers,” Sapienza tells “Conversations on Health Care” hosts Mark Masselli and Marga…

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‘If Ryan Reynolds doesn’t get you to do it…’: Colorectal Cancer Alliance CEO talks screening 30:25

1M ago30:25

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Originally broadcast April 3, 2025 Roughly 85% of respondents to a survey cited by Michael Sapienza, CEO of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, say they would rather do their taxes than get a colonoscopy. “We need to do a better job of talking to the public about the barriers,” Sapienza tells “Conversations on Health Care” hosts Mark Masselli and Marga…

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Food is Medicine: How Young Changemakers are Transforming Healthcare 29:00

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Originally broadcast March 27, 2025 Two young innovators are leading a movement that proves food isn’t just fuel—it’s medicine. In this episode of “Conversations on Health Care,” Mark Masselli and Margaret Flinter talk with Christian Heiden, founder of Levo International, and Alissa Wassung, executive director of the Food is Medicine Coalition, abo…

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Food is Medicine: How Young Changemakers are Transforming Healthcare 29:00

1M ago29:00

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Originally broadcast March 27, 2025 Two young innovators are leading a movement that proves food isn’t just fuel—it’s medicine. In this episode of “Conversations on Health Care,” Mark Masselli and Margaret Flinter talk with Christian Heiden, founder of Levo International, and Alissa Wassung, executive director of the Food is Medicine Coalition, abo…

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Sniff Test: Surprising New Learnings About Smell Loss and Parkinson’s (Webinar Audio) 56:15

1M ago56:15

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Smell loss can be among the earliest signs of Parkinson’s disease (PD) and other neurodegenerative diseases, signaling changes in the brain years before other symptoms are noticeable. Because of the link between smell and brain health, researchers are very interested in understanding more about how people with smell loss go on to either develop a d…

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HIDDEN HEROES & DOLE CAREGIVER FELLOWS – TRIO OF TALKS WITH ELIZABETH DOLE FOUNDATION SUPPORTING CAREGIVERS OF VETERANS; National TBI Awareness Month & Helpful Resources with Dr. Anderson of Brooks Rehabilitation ... 1:55:48

1M ago1:55:48

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Our second March episode shines a spotlight on a national treasure – the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and its comprehensive work to support the family caregivers of veterans. I talked with three of the executives with the EFD about their programs, including the Hidden Heroes program and the Dole Caregiver Fellows, as well as talked with a Dole Caregiv…

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Hon. Mary Bono, Mothers for Awareness and Prevention of Drug Abuse 29:00

2M ago29:00

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Originally broadcast March 20, 2025 Mary Bono has left the halls of Congress, but she’s still winning with her efforts to stop the misuse of both prescription and illegal drugs. Bono, co-founder and chair of Mothers for Awareness and Prevention of Drug Abuse, wants to see a focus on solutions from lawmakers. With a greater presence of fentanyl in t…

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Hon. Mary Bono, Mothers for Awareness and Prevention of Drug Abuse 29:00

2M ago29:00

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Originally broadcast March 20, 2025 Mary Bono has left the halls of Congress, but she’s still winning with her efforts to stop the misuse of both prescription and illegal drugs. Bono, co-founder and chair of Mothers for Awareness and Prevention of Drug Abuse, wants to see a focus on solutions from lawmakers. With a greater presence of fentanyl in t…

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SLEEP SECRETS FOR A HAPPIER HEALTHIER LIFE WITH DAN GARTENBERG CEO OF SLEEP SPACE; Food for Sleep for National Nutrition & Sleep Awareness Month; Companies That Care Day, Gene Hackman & Alzheimer’s 1:01:35

2M ago1:01:35

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Our first March episode kicks off with a great interview with Dan Gartenberg – Founder and CEO of SleepSpace in ceiebration of March National Sleep Awareness Month. As a national authority on sleep science, Dan shares his expertise in sleep science research to discover what helps us get better sleep but he also talks about the upside and downside o…

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What Parkinson’s Genetics Mean for Personal Experience and Research 38:45

2M ago38:45

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You could take any two humans on earth and their genetic code will be roughly 99 percent the same — it’s the small differences in code that lead to different experiences and outcomes, including the risk of developing diseases like Parkinson’s. Scientists are learning more about which genetic changes are linked to Parkinson’s disease, revealing impo…

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Michael J. Fox’s Foundation Makes Parkinson’s Breakthrough 29:56

2M ago29:56

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Originally broadcast March 13, 2025 Emmy award-winning actor Michael J. Fox shocked the world when he announced over 25 years ago that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Since then, he’s devoted his talents to eliminating Parkinson’s in our lifetime. Researchers with The Michael J. Fox Foundation now have impressive progress to report.…

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Michael J. Fox’s Foundation Makes Parkinson’s Breakthrough 29:56

2M ago29:56

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Originally broadcast March 13, 2025 Emmy award-winning actor Michael J. Fox shocked the world when he announced over 25 years ago that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Since then, he’s devoted his talents to eliminating Parkinson’s in our lifetime. Researchers with The Michael J. Fox Foundation now have impressive progress to report.…

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Colorectal Cancer Rising for Millennials & Gen Z: How to Reverse the Trend 30:11

2M ago30:11

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Originally broadcast February 15, 2024 About 1 in 5 colorectal patients are now under the age of 55, and colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death for men under age 50 and the second for women under 50. During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we present this encore presentation of our interview with Dr. Alan Venook. Dr. Venook is…

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Colorectal Cancer Rising for Millennials & Gen Z: How to Reverse the Trend 30:11

2M ago30:11

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Originally broadcast February 15, 2024 About 1 in 5 colorectal patients are now under the age of 55, and colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death for men under age 50 and the second for women under 50. During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we present this encore presentation of our interview with Dr. Alan Venook. Dr. Venook is…

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Alzheimer’s Researchers Under Fire: Acclaimed Journalist Explains Why 27:09

2M ago27:09

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Originally broadcast February 27, 2025. How reliable is the current research into the cause of Alzheimer’s disease? Award-winning author Charles Piller’s new book is “Doctored: Fraud, Arrogance, and Tragedy in the Quest to Cure Alzheimer’s”; it’s raising important questions about certain images that may have been manipulated to bolster the amyloid …

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Alzheimer’s Researchers Under Fire: Acclaimed Journalist Explains Why 27:09

2M ago27:09

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Originally broadcast February 27, 2025. How reliable is the current research into the cause of Alzheimer’s disease? Award-winning author Charles Piller’s new book is “Doctored: Fraud, Arrogance, and Tragedy in the Quest to Cure Alzheimer’s”; it’s raising important questions about certain images that may have been manipulated to bolster the amyloid …

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The Path to a Parkinson’s Drug Approval (Webinar Audio) 58:08

2M ago58:08

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With three new Parkinson’s treatments approved in the last year, there are more options than ever before for people living with the disease. Tune into audio from this Third Thursdays Webinar to hear movement disorder specialists, research experts and a person living with Parkinson’s answer community questions about the new treatments available, exp…

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Former Republican HHS Secretary Offers Bipartisan Wisdom 33:06

3M ago33:06

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Dr. Louis Sullivan walked the halls of Congress and testified before committees when he was secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. That experience, working in a bipartisan fashion in the President George H.W. Bush administration, is valuable now. During Black History Month, we revisit our interview with Dr. Sullivan for less…

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Former Republican HHS Secretary Offers Bipartisan Wisdom 33:06

3M ago33:06

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Dr. Louis Sullivan walked the halls of Congress and testified before committees when he was secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. That experience, working in a bipartisan fashion in the President George H.W. Bush administration, is valuable now. During Black History Month, we revisit our interview with Dr. Sullivan for less…

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HOW TO LIVE LONGER AT HOME WITH BARBARA SULLIVAN OF VILLAGE TO VILLAGE NETWORK, National Caregivers Day; National Heart Health and Cancer Awareness Month; Social Re-Wilding; Home Design Trends from KBIS ... 1:04:41

3M ago1:04:41

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Our February episode kicks off with a great interview with Barbara Sullivan – Executive Director of the Village to Village Network (VtV Network). You will learn about this movement in aging in place to help keep older loved ones living in their homes longer as we celebrate National Village Day February 15. We are also focusing on National Caregiver…

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Egg Prices Up: Hear From Experts About Why 30:14

3M ago30:14

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Originally broadcast February 13, 2025 $4.95 — that’s the record high price of a dozen of Grade A eggs in U.S. cities. Michael Osterholm, Ph.D., the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, says expect them to go even higher. That’s because H5N1, a form of bird flu, has affected more than 156 million commercial, backyard a…

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Egg Prices Up: Hear From Experts About Why 30:14

3M ago30:14

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Originally broadcast February 13, 2025 $4.95 — that’s the record high price of a dozen of Grade A eggs in U.S. cities. Michael Osterholm, Ph.D., the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, says expect them to go even higher. That’s because H5N1, a form of bird flu, has affected more than 156 million commercial, backyard a…

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What’s in Your Parkinson’s Medicine Cabinet (Ask the MD Podcast) 12:58

3M ago12:58

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Movement disorder specialist, lifestyle medicine physician and MJFF Principal Medical Advisor Rachel Dolhun, MD, DipABLM, shares tips on medication management for people at every stage of the disease journey. Like our podcasts? Please consider leaving a rating or review and sharing the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0 The Founda…

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Guardrails for Health AI: How, Why and When 31:22

3M ago31:22

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Originally broadcast February 6, 2025 Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing health care—but how do we ensure it’s safe, effective, and responsible? Dr. Brian Anderson, CEO of the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI), explains to “Conversations on Health Care” how his organization is working to establish clear guidelines for responsible AI in health …

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Guardrails for Health AI: How, Why and When 31:22

3M ago31:22

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Originally broadcast February 6, 2025 Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing health care—but how do we ensure it’s safe, effective, and responsible? Dr. Brian Anderson, CEO of the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI), explains to “Conversations on Health Care” how his organization is working to establish clear guidelines for responsible AI in health …

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Do Your 2025 Healthcare Predictions Match Up With What an Expert Says? 31:04

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Originally broadcast January 30, 2025. Noted healthcare leader Dr. Sachin Jain has been publicly releasing his annual predictions for the sector for five years and is proud of his “pretty accurate” track record. He’s out now with his list of top 10 predictions for the healthcare industry for 2025. Dr. Jain states that “Heretofore fringe ideas about…

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Do Your 2025 Healthcare Predictions Match Up With What an Expert Says? 31:04

3M ago31:04

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Originally broadcast January 30, 2025. Noted healthcare leader Dr. Sachin Jain has been publicly releasing his annual predictions for the sector for five years and is proud of his “pretty accurate” track record. He’s out now with his list of top 10 predictions for the healthcare industry for 2025. Dr. Jain states that “Heretofore fringe ideas about…

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Health Care & President Trump: What’s Happened So Far 31:36

4M ago31:36

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Originally broadcast January 23, 2025 President Trump’s first days in office have resulted in a number of important changes in the healthcare landscape. President Trump has withdrawn the United States from the World Health Organization, rolled back drug pricing policies and limited gender-affirming care. In addition, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., awaits …

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Health Care & President Trump: What’s Happened So Far 31:36

4M ago31:36

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Originally broadcast January 23, 2025 President Trump’s first days in office have resulted in a number of important changes in the healthcare landscape. President Trump has withdrawn the United States from the World Health Organization, rolled back drug pricing policies and limited gender-affirming care. In addition, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., awaits …

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! CES HIGHLIGHTS ON AGE-TECH AND CAREGIVING TECH WITH TV HOST DEBBIE DOTSON, How to Become a New Year’s Resolutionary for Caregiver Self-Care; Financial Wellness Month Tips, How Houseplants ... 58:00

4M ago58:00

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For the first episode of Season 5 we kick off the New Year with a great interview with Debbie Dotson, TV host of “Tech Talk with Debbie” about the latest products and trends in age-tech from the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Sherri will also share financial self-care tips for January’s Financial Wellness Month that also help …

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Managing the Hidden Symptoms: Mood and Motivation Changes in Parkinson’s (Webinar Audio) 55:23

4M ago55:23

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If depression, anxiety or apathy occur as part of a Parkinson’s journey, it can be easy to feel alone, isolated or unsure of what might bring relief. But there are ways to manage these symptoms. Tune into audio from this Third Thursdays Webinar to hear people living with Parkinson’s share their stories of coping with mood changes as well as a movem…

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NEJM’s 1st AI Editor on Tech’s Pluses & Minuses 31:01

4M ago31:01

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Originally broadcast August 22, 2023 As the year begins, some patients remain concerned about how far artificial intelligence (AI) is creeping into the exam room. But AI has been part of health care longer than most realize, according to Dr. Isaac Kohane, a Harvard University professor. Kohane is the editor-in-chief of the New England Journal of Me…

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NEJM’s 1st AI Editor on Tech’s Pluses & Minuses 31:01

4M ago31:01

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Originally broadcast August 22, 2023 As the year begins, some patients remain concerned about how far artificial intelligence (AI) is creeping into the exam room. But AI has been part of health care longer than most realize, according to Dr. Isaac Kohane, a Harvard University professor. Kohane is the editor-in-chief of the New England Journal of Me…

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Your Top Questions on Parkinson’s and Exercise Answered (Ask the MD Podcast) 27:03

4M ago27:03

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Movement disorder specialist, lifestyle medicine physician and MJFF Principal Medical Advisor Rachel Dolhun, MD, DipABLM, answers community questions on Parkinson’s and exercise with physical therapist and rehab scientist Cristina Colón-Semenza, PhD. Listen to the audio or watch the video. Like our podcasts? Please consider leaving a rating or revi…

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Healthcare Providers & ChatGPT Will See You Now: Our Brave New World 31:17

4M ago31:17

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Originally broadcast June 8, 2023 The World Health Organization has issued a statement expressing concern about artificial intelligence in health care. In 2023, Mayo Clinic’s then-Chief Information Officer Cris Ross joined us to discuss it. He led innovation projects at Mayo Clinic for over 30 years and told us “perhaps” we should be worried about …

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