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Real Talk from Participants

People with Parkinson's and control volunteers share their advice and perspective on joining clinical studies and being an active participant in the quest for a cure.

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    My Research Journey: Newly Diagnosed and Navigating Parkinson’s

    While there are few clinical trials in her community in São Paulo, Brazil, Carolina Clemente advances Parkinson’s research from home as a participant in Fox Insight, MJFF’s online clinical study.
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    Science from the Patient Perspective: Why Does It Matter?

    Dave Iverson, a founding member of The Michael J. Fox Foundation Patient Council, shares his perspective on science and clinical trials in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
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    My Research Journey: Fueling Parkinson’s Research with Optimism and Hope

    Lynn Hagerbrant participates in research to be part of the answer to finding better treatments, and one day, a cure.
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  • A photo of Sharon Roberts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    My Research Journey: Taking Control and Taking Part

    A guest blogger who lives in Texas, Sharon Roberts actively participates in observational research studies to manage her health and contribute toward finding a cure for Parkinson's disease.
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  • Headshots of Michael S. Fitts and Jonathan Jackson

    My Research Journey: Breaking Down Barriers to Research

    A researcher and participant discuss the unique challenge of engaging underserved populations in Parkinson’s research.
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  • Matt Ackerman.

    My Research Journey: Participating for a Better Future

    Matt Ackerman, an MJFF Patient Council member, wanted to make a difference for the millions of others living with Parkinson’s. That’s why he became a clinical research participant.
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    Powering Parkinson’s Research with my Blueprint

    Claudia Revilla, member of the Foundation’s Patient Council, shares her journey of participating in Parkinson's genetic research to help speed a cure.
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