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Read the latest developments, reporting and analysis from the world of Parkinson's research, including progress made in studies, tools and collaborations funded by The Michael J. Fox Foundation.


  • Common Questions from Our Webinar on Parkinson's Medications

    FDA approves new levodopa/carbidopa formulation for use in Parkinson’s

    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new medication for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Crexont aims to offer patients improved symptom control and a better quality…
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  • Spotlight on Parkinson's Research Progress at International Conference

    Non-profits in Neurodegenerative Space Publish Paper on Working Across Diseases

    Published paper highlighting collaboration across the neurodegenerative disease space. Authors detail efforts to bring together perspectives from stakeholders ranging from regulators to patients.
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    Episode 20: Studying CSF Element Profiles and Tear Fluid as Potential Biomarkers, and Novel and Combined Therapies for PD with Paul Lingor

    Dr. Paul Lingor discusses his work in this area to identify patterns of bioelements in CSF that could serve as Parkinson's disease biomarkers.
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    Episode 19: Current and Emerging Imaging Biomarkers for Diagnosis and Prognosis of PD and Atypical Parkinsonism with Antonio Strafella

    Dr. Antonio Strafella discusses current practices for using molecular imaging biomarkers in research and in the clinic, the process of developing new biomarkers, as well as promising biomarkers that…
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  • Getting Precise about Precision Medicine in Parkinson's

    FDA Reviewing Four New Parkinson's Medications in 2024

    Four new medications to treat Parkinson’s disease symptoms engaged with the review process by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2024. Learn more.
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  • President Speaks on High Price of Prescription Drugs

    What Does it Take to Get a Parkinson’s Drug Approved by the FDA?

    The Food and Drug Administration regularly reviews applications for drugs in development for Parkinson’s disease. Learn how the approval process works.
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