Parkinson’s isn’t easy to diagnose — everyone’s symptoms differ based on their individual biology, leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment. One of The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s (MJFF) key areas of focus is finding ways to diagnose Parkinson’s disease earlier and more clearly, which could one day lead to more personalized treatments that can improve quality of life.

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There are so many ways to get involved in the research that is leading to clearer disease diagnosis. Learn more about your role in research at: https://www.michaeljfox.org/your-role-parkinsons-research

The Foundation’s landmark study, the Parkinson’s Precision Medicine Initiative, also known as PPMI, is recruiting volunteers. Join the study that’s changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi

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Researchers are studying the link between sense of smell and brain health. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a scratch-and-sniff test. It’s free, mailed to your home and takes just 15 minutes to complete.