FDA Approves New Drug to Treat "Off" Time: "The Remarkable Momentum in Parkinson's Research Continues" | FoxFlash May 2020

Backed by Early MJFF Investments, New "Off" Therapy Gets FDA Approval Last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved an under-the-tongue dissolvable medication to quickly reverse "off" time, when Parkinson's disease (PD) symptoms return between doses. Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s Kynmobi (apomorphine) offers a new treatment option for people with PD and marks a significant milestone for The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) as it is the second Foundation-funded PD drug to earn FDA approval. Continue Reading > Getting Started with Fox Insight: An Important Online Study Missed when we launched this webinar last month? Join us and watch on demand. New Resource Available: "If I Knew Then What I Know Now" Authored by members of MJFF's Patient Council, the peer-to-peer resource aims to support and empower anyone who is processing their PD diagnosis. It also offers tips on managing your care written by Rachel Dolhun, MD, which may be helpful at any stage of your disease. Download the Guide > What You Can Do to Advance Parkinson's Research during COVID-19 While some clinical trials have paused, there are still opportunities to contribute and advance Parkinson’s research from home. Get Involved > Share Your Experience with COVID-19 Today, we don't know much about how COVID-19 is impacting the Parkinson's community. MJFF's online clinical study, Fox Insight, is here to change that. Join Fox Insight > In Case You Missed It: Alan Alda Narrates New MJFF Video The video, "Together We Can Solve the Parkinson's Puzzle," illustrates the important role each individual within a family and community can play to help scientists piece together a fuller picture of the disease. Watch Now > Three-Part Blog Series on Managing Finances, Estate Plans and More during Uncertain Times Guest blogger Martin Shenkman, CPA, MBA, JD, an attorney specializing in estate and tax planning, details key planning documents and measures that can help you through difficult times. Read the Series > 110 Fitness Shares Five Tips for Staying Active and Motivated Guest blogger and owner of 110 Fitness, Brett Miller, PT, offers advice for staying active at home and a variety of online workouts featuring modified and unmodified versions for every fitness level. Stay Active >