High Five of the Week | September 7, 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: Dystonia in Parkinson's Disease (Ask the MD Video) September is Dystonia Awareness Month. Did you know that dystonia is the third most common movement disorder and can be a symptom of Parkinson’s disease? Watch our Ask the MD video to learn more.     2. Virtual Event Spotlight: Strike Out Parkinson’s Strike out Parkinson's is hosting their second annual Ricebird Alumni Baseball game and Ladybird Alumni Softball game on September 19 to benefit Team Fox. Although the games are happening in El Campo, Texas, supporters can take part in a virtual raffle and silent auction from anywhere!     3. Action Alert: People with Parkinson’s Rely on the United States Postal Service Congress is working on policies to protect the United States Postal Service’s ability to move life-saving medications reliably to patients who need them. Use your voice to ask your Senators and Representative to ensure people with PD can safely and reliably get their medications through the mail.     4. Parkinson’s Podcast: Environment’s Role in Parkinson’s Disease In the August 2020 edition of our Third Thursdays Webinar, our panelists talk about environmental factors such as pesticides and head injury that are linked to developing Parkinson’s disease. Listen to the audio on demand.     5. #TogetherAtHome: Tips for Boosting Your Brain Health Many people, with and without Parkinson’s, worry about potential cognitive change as they get older. But you can take steps to keep your brain as healthy as possible. Join us online as we discuss activities you can practice at home to boost your brain health.