High Five of the Week | October 5, 2020

 

Below are five ways you can stay engaged, informed, and inspired this week. For more, join The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) this fall for a multitude of virtual offerings to celebrate 20 years of Parkinson’s research progress — and 20 years closer to a cure. Visit our hub frequently for recently announced events and links to register HERE.   1. Celebrate Science HERE: Founders Fireside Chat Today at 5 p.m. ET Don’t forget to tune in later today for a special conversation featuring Michael J. Fox and MJFF Co-founder Debi Brooks as they join Cliff Leaf, editor in chief, Fortune, to discuss the important role people living with Parkinson's and their families play in speeding a cure.     2. Third Thursdays Webinar: What to Watch this Election Season: A Roll Call of Parkinson’s Policy Priorities Register now for our upcoming webinar on October 15 at 12 p.m. ET. Panelists will review programs that serve our Parkinson’s policy priorities of furthering funding for research, supporting therapy development and approvals, and safeguarding and expanding access to care.     3. Currently Trending: Voting By Mail and Signature Verification Every state has a different plan when it comes to signature verification and mail-in ballots. For some people with Parkinson’s, the very real concern is that the signature on the ballot may not match the signature on file. Learn more and get recommendations.     4. Virtual Event Spotlight: UnCorking a Cure on November 5 Join Team Fox and some of the world's top sommeliers for a 60-minute guided tasting including pairing suggestions, tasting notes, live Q&A, and an attempt at the world record for the largest virtual wine tasting! Order three wines to sip along and you’ll automatically be registered for the event.     5. #TogetherAtHome: World Mental Health Day October 10 is World Mental Health Day, and we’re raising awareness about mental health issues that affect people living with Parkinson’s. Join us online as we discuss mental health symptoms in PD, how to talk about these symptoms with your loved ones and doctors, and available treatment options.