23 And Me We need your help enrolling 10,000 people with Parkinson's in the 23andMe Parkinson's Community. After just one year, we're nearly halfway to our goal and we've already made several novel discoveries related to the genetics of Parkinson's disease. If everyone already participating can recruit just one additional person with Parkinson's, we will be in an even better position to make discoveries that are of value to you and your families. Here are some ways to help get the word out: · Write a letter or email to a friend or family member who also has Parkinson's. · Tell members of your support group and any classes you take with other people with Parkinson's. · Submit information to any relevant newsletters you subscribe to. · Post information in any online forums you participate in. Here is some language you might consider using: I am helping to advance research in Parkinson's by participating in the 23andMe Parkinson's Community. I'm asking you to consider joining this research program to help in the fight against Parkinson's. All that is required is $25, a saliva sample and the ability to answer questionnaires over the internet. 23andMe hopes to get 10,000 people with Parkinson's involved--they are almost halfway there already! More information about the program is available at www.23andme.com/pd/. When you're ready to sign up, request a discount code at www.23andme.com/pd/codereq. You can contact 23 and Me at pd-help@23andme.com if you have any questions.Every single person with Parkinson's who contributes his or her data to this project gives scientists the opportunity to better understand this disease - and a shot at significantly improving its outcome. Please help us spread the word by passing this information on to anyone you know with Parkinson's. Thank you! The 23andMe Research Team www.23andme.com |