High Five of the Week | July 27, 2020

Below are five ways you can stay engaged, informed, and inspired this week. For more, check The Michael J. Fox Foundation's COVID-19 resource hub for information to support the worldwide Parkinson's community through this challenging time, and our virtual public events hub for a complete list of upcoming community-hosted offerings. As always, we're in this together. 1. Currently Trending: The New York Times Covers Environmental Factors in Parkinson’s The New York Times recently reported on potential environmental causes of Parkinson’s with a closer look at “Ending Parkinson’s Disease: A Perspective for Action” — a new book co-authored by four leading Parkinson’s experts including MJFF CEO Todd Sherer, PhD.     2. Virtual Event Spotlight: Instagram Live Conversation with Team Fox Staff Join Team Fox staff members on Tuesday, July 28 at 1 p.m. ET on Instagram Live. They'll discuss best practices for postponing, canceling, or pivoting your event to a virtual platform, share new resources, and answer your questions.     3. Ask the MD: Working from Home With Parkinson’s…During a Global Pandemic If you or a loved one is living with PD, consider these six tips to manage the longer hours, continuous screen time and increased sitting while working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.     4. Make an Impact from Home: Fuel Research via AmazonSmile Doing most of your shopping online these days? AmazonSmile offers the same products, prices and service as Amazon, but with an added bonus: a percentage of your eligible purchase total will be automatically donated to The Michael J. Fox Foundation, or a charity of your choice.     5. #TogetherAtHome: Expanding the Global Base of Movement Disorder Specialists Despite the pandemic, the education of new Parkinson’s doctors through MJFF’s partnership with the Edmond J. Safra Foundation continues. Join us online as we discuss the importance of finding the right doctor and why MJFF is committed to addressing the growing need for movement disorder specialists.