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. Researchers at Chalmers University and Oslo University, identified biological markers in the blood that indicate early stages of the disease - 20 years before symptoms. Their findings may lead to easily applied tests within 5 years.

Elizabeth Magallon Fleury led a discussion of Steven Petrow’s list of aging mistakes to avoid that he made in his 50's and his realization that he needs to use that for himself as he turns 70. Our discussion touches on the importance of accountability, staying active, and maintaining a positive attitude as we age. Fun new phrase from Steven “organ recital”.

Ellen Khalifa shared insights on co-living communities inspired by Chip Conley’s Modern Elder Academy, emphasizing the benefits of shared living for older adults especially in "regenerative communities" rather than retirement communities.

Presented by Ray Gordon, Architect, Urban Planner, Futurist and Former Pratt Institute Grad School Professor
Science Daily 1-29-26 Early Parkinsons Predictor
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260129080424.htm
Nature 12-5-25
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41531-025-01194-7

Previous Parkinson’s Discussions on Rethinking Aging Club Podcasts
Our Parkinson’s Rethinking Aging Club Show planned for Thursday April 9

Presented by Elizabeth Magallon Fleury, CAPS, Life's Encore Planning
Washington Post 3-22-26 I Want to Avoid Aging Mistakes My Parents Made by Steven Petrow
Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2026/03/22/aging-mistakes
Apple access: https://apple.news/AClWp9uLqQN-iUn8Eht_OBA

Presented by Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan and Wellspan
NY Times 3-30-26 Co-living: The founder of Modern Elder Academy (MEA), Chip Conley is on a mission to make “Golden Girls”-style living mainstream.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/30/realestate/modern-elder-academy-adult-co-living-retirement.html

Discussion hosted with commentary by: Linda Sherman and Ray Gordon

BoomerTechTalk.com episode page with additional resource links

4-7-26 LinkedIn Show Post

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