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EPISODE · Jun 25, 2026 · 32 MIN

What If Everything We Know About Parkinson's Is Incomplete?

from The Secret Life of Parkinson's · host Jessica Krauser

"We're naming everything and explaining nothing," Martha CarlinGet ready for some science!! But in a good way! A 4th time guest, Martha Carlin, caregiver to her husband John with Parkinson's (for over 20 years) who has since passed, still has the drive, passion and determination to figure out this disease...for John, his friends/community, the caregivers...for us. She continues to look and think outside the box.Chapters:00:00 Why Parkinson's may be bigger than dopamine02:28 The diagnosis that changed Martha's life05:12 What scientists still don't understand about Parkinson's08:20 The gut-brain connection explained11:45 What is the glycocalyx and why does it matter?15:15 Environmental factors and interconnected systems18:25 Why personalized medicine may change Parkinson's care21:10 What gives Martha hope about the future

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