I don’t want to be defined by Parkinson’s and how its symptoms impact me. Instead, I want to be defined by what I have done to make a difference and advance understanding of Parkinson’s. So, instead of feeling defined by Parkinson’s, I began to see how I could contribute to progress.
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PD GENEration: Powered by the Parkinson’s Foundation
This Parkinson's Foundation initiative offers genetic testing and counseling at no cost for people with Parkinson's disease (PD). When you participate, you can help scientists in their journey to better understand how Parkinson's works, leading to new, more effective therapies.
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Leading Parkinson's Organizations Outline Priorities for the National Plan Ahead of Advisory Council Meeting
The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA), The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF), and the Parkinson's Foundation today outlined key priorities and desired outcomes to help inform the first National Plan to End Parkinson’s, as the federal Advisory Council charged with developing the Plan meets for the second time.