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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.


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    Newly Approved Parkinson’s Drug Aims to Lessen “Off” Time

    The FDA approved a new Parkinson’s medication that works with levodopa to give better symptom control and less “off” time throughout the day.
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    What We Fund: $10.4 Million in New Grants for Parkinson’s Research

    Our new grants include projects across our strategy to define, measure and treat Parkinson's disease.
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    New Survey on the Impact of COVID-19 In MJFF’s Online Study, Fox Insight

    Our online study, Fox Insight, has a survey open now that aims to understand the impact of COVID-19 on the Parkinson’s community. Join today at foxinsight.org to share your experience and help inform…
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    Telehealth: Can It Work for Parkinson’s?

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation has invested in research showing that telehealth may be useful in Parkinson’s for research and patient care.
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    Up-and-Coming Parkinson’s Doctors Discuss Research and Care

    Movement disorder doctors-in-training meet virtually to discuss ongoing patient care and research efforts.
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    Parkinson’s Care and Telemedicine: The Doctor Will See You Now…Virtually

    Our new, virtual Parkinson’s IQ + You online series offers timely resources and information to help navigate life with Parkinson’s.
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