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THE FOX FOCUS... FOX TRIAL FINDER: THE “MATCH.COM” OF PARKINSON’S CLINCIAL STUDIES Fox Trial Finder is MJFF’s online clinical trial matching tool that makes it easier for patients and their loved ones to get involved in Parkinson’s research. Check it out for a list of studies in your area looking for volunteers like you. Register to receive email updates about new trials. www.foxtrialfinder.org More than 570 Some studies test NEW DRUGS OR TREATMENTS trials are listed in the database Nearly while others observe volunteers to learn more about PD 54,000 users have registered so far People with ANY STAGE of Parkinson’s and those without the disease can participate CLINICAL TRIALS MAY AIM TO » stop the underlying disease progression » treat motor symptoms such as tremor or gait problems » prevent or ease non-motor aspects of PD including dementia, anxiety and constipation 6 THE FOX FOCUS