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Michael J. Fox says 'I'm not going to be 80' amid ongoing battle with Parkinson’s disease

April 29, 2023

Michael J. Fox says 'I'm not going to be 80' amid ongoing battle with Parkinson’s disease

"Back to the Future" actor Michael J. Fox, 61, revealed his changed perspective on mortality and said he doesn't believe he'll live to age 80.

Richard Lewis diagnosed with late-onset Parkinson’s disease: 'Luckily, I got it late in life'

April 26, 2023

Richard Lewis diagnosed with late-onset Parkinson’s disease: 'Luckily, I got it late in life'

Comedian and actor Richard Lewis, age 75, announced recently he's been diagnosed with late-onset Parkinson's disease. Here's how it differs from early-onset Parkinson's.

Parkinson's researchers discover disease biomarker in key breakthrough

April 13, 2023

Parkinson's researchers discover disease biomarker in key breakthrough

A new tool that can reveal a key pathology of Parkinson's disease in brain and body cells has been discovered after lab testing to confirm the presence of the biomarker.

Democratic congresswoman, 54, reveals Parkinson's diagnosis, says 'don't feel sorry for me'

April 11, 2023

Democratic congresswoman, 54, reveals Parkinson's diagnosis, says 'don't feel sorry for me'

Democratic Rep. Jennifer Wexton revealed Tuesday that she has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, assuring constituents that they can "empathize" but there was no need to "feel sorry" for her.

Michael J. Fox reveals wife's reaction to his Parkinson's disease diagnosis

April 6, 2023

Michael J. Fox reveals wife's reaction to his Parkinson's disease diagnosis

Michael J. Fox revealed how his wife of 34 years, Tracy Pollan, first reacted to his Parkinson's diagnosis. The couple met on "Family Ties" in 1985.

Neil Diamond says he came to terms with Parkinson's diagnosis 'in the last few weeks': 'A calm has moved in'

March 31, 2023

Neil Diamond says he came to terms with Parkinson's diagnosis 'in the last few weeks': 'A calm has moved in'

Neil Diamond revealed that he accepted his Parkinson's disease diagnosis "in the last few weeks." He first revealed that he had Parkinson's in 2018.

Parkinson's disease symptoms disappeared with exercise, man claims: ‘Use it or lose it’

March 29, 2023

Parkinson's disease symptoms disappeared with exercise, man claims: ‘Use it or lose it’

Multiple studies have shown exercise can alleviate symptoms and slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Scott Hanley, 57, is using fitness to fight back — as are others.

Is Parkinson’s disease, 'world’s fastest growing brain disease,’ mostly preventable? Study offers clues

March 22, 2023

Is Parkinson’s disease, 'world’s fastest growing brain disease,’ mostly preventable? Study offers clues

New research published in the Journal of Parkinson's disease suggests the harmful effects of a colorless chemical, trichloroethylene (TCE), may be linked to Parkinson's; more work is needed.

Michael J. Fox says he doesn't feel sorry for himself because of Parkinson's disease: 'No regrets'

March 15, 2023

Michael J. Fox says he doesn't feel sorry for himself because of Parkinson's disease: 'No regrets'

"Back to the Future" star Michael J. Fox has been candid about his arduous journey with Parkinson's disease. Fox says his fans keep him motivated and he can't dwell on his diagnosis.

Michael J. Fox cuddles new puppy in adorable photo

March 8, 2023

Michael J. Fox cuddles new puppy in adorable photo

Michael J. Fox is sharing an adorable picture with his new puppy, Blue. The latest addition comes after the "Back to the Future" star's dog Gus died in April 2021.