Updates from Washington

News from Capitol Hill and statehouses across the country shifts rapidly, so it’s important to stay up to date. Here, you’ll find the latest information on the policies that The Michael J. Fox Foundation and our nationwide network of policy advocates are working on to support the Parkinson's community.

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Senate Votes Against Health Care Reform

July 28, 2017

The Senate recently rejected a bill to reform our health care and insurance systems. Thank you to the PD community for speaking up for the needs of patients and care partners.

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Introducing the Parkinson's Advocacy Toolkit: A Guide to Taking Action

July 26, 2017

Download the toolkit to learn more about speaking up for your needs in the public policy process.

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Parkinson's Groups Call for Ban of Herbicide Linked to PD

July 24, 2017

PD organizations across the nation are calling the EPA to ban widely used herbicide, paraquat, which is linked to the development of PD.

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Making Sense of Health Care Reform in Washington

July 20, 2017

In this Q&A, Ted Thompson, JD, senior vice president of public policy at MJFF talks about what's happening in Washington, D.C. and how you can help play a role in the process of health care…

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Facing Parkinson's Backed by Optimism and Supportive Friends

July 17, 2017

Matt Keswick was diagnosed with PD at the age of 39. Once he decided to go public with his diagnosis, Matt got involved with Team Fox where he found a renewed sense of optimism.

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Make Sure You're Heard on Health Care Reform

July 14, 2017

Guest blogger B.J. Bement talks about the importance of advocating for health care and making your voice heard.

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What would the Senate health care bill mean for the Parkinson's community?

June 26, 2017

Maria De Leon, MD, a person living with Parkinson's and a retired movement disorder specialist, shares her thoughts on the health care reform proposal recently introduced in the Senate.

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