Policy And Advocacy Volunteer
CurrentGovernment policies have a direct effect on the scope of Parkinson's disease (PD) care and research. The federal government is the largest funder of PD research, approves new PD drugs to ensure they are safe and effective and helps people with Parkinson's access services that can increase quality of life.The Michael J. Fox Foundation advocates for government policies that accelerate the development of Parkinson's therapies and reduce barriers to care and support services. The Foundation works to educate government leaders on patient needs and represents the patient voice in conversations with federal agencies, drug developers and insurance companies.