Michael J. Fox talks about his experience with Parkinson's disease. He founded the Michael J. Fox Foundation in 2000 and it has become one of America's leading sources of funding for Parkinson's research. The Michael J. Fox Foundation also supports research being done in Maine at the Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor. The work being done at the Jackson Labs may lead to new … [Read more...]
Michael J. Fox On Muhammad Ali’s Impact On Parkinson’s Disease | TODAY
Actor Michael J. Fox speaks out on the late champ’s biggest fight outside the ring: his three-decade battle against Parkinson’s disease. “Before I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, I admired him,” Fox says. He also recalls a phone call in which Ali told him: “’I’m glad you’re in this fight with me … it was a formative moment in my life.” » Subscribe to TODAY: … [Read more...]
The Michael J. Fox Foundation on Parkinson’s Disease | Abcam
Abcam is paving the way for Parkinson’s Disease research breakthroughs by collaborating with The Michael J. Fox Foundation to provide critical reagents to key targets. Visit https://www.abcam.com/MJFF to view the full range. Connect with us Visit us on: https://www.abcam.com Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/Abcam/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcam Instagram: … [Read more...]
Michael J. Fox on Staying Positive Through Parkinson’s
For the first time on the Ellen Show, film and television icon Michael J. Fox was here to discuss his career, his positivity through Parkinson's and his return to TV. ellen degeneres,michael j. fox,michael j. fox foundation,parkinson's disease,good wife,curb your enthusiasm,guitar center,The Ellen … [Read more...]
Webinar: “Major Research Breakthrough: A New Biomarker for Parkinson’s” April 2023
In this special Third Thursdays Webinar, we discuss the most significant breakthrough to date in the search for a Parkinson’s biomarker: a highly accurate biological test for Parkinson’s disease. The test is capable of objectively and reliably detecting the disease at the molecular level — even before the onset of symptoms. The discovery, announced on April 12, will transform … [Read more...]
The Tragedy Of Michael J. Fox Is Beyond Heartbreaking
Michael J. Fox first made a name for himself in Hollywood as young Alex P. Keaton on NBC’s “Family Ties” in the ‘80s, but he is, of course, best known for his role as Marty McFly in the “Back to the Future” trilogy. His infectious positive energy, both onscreen and off, and his incredible talent has granted him a long and successful career, but a devastating diagnosis prior to … [Read more...]
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
In the third edition of The Michael J. Fox Foundation's whiteboard video series, Dr. Rachel Dolhun, movement disorder specialist and vice president of medical communications, breaks down the basics of Parkinson’s disease. To learn more about the Foundation and how you can … [Read more...]
Michael J. Fox on his fight against Parkinson’s
Actor Michael J. Fox is known to millions for the "Back to the Future" films and the TV series "Family Ties" and "Spin City." But for the past two decades it's been his battle with Parkinson's disease, and his search for a cure, that may have generated the most attention. Looking back, he tells anchor Jane Pauley that sharing his battle publicly and joining with others to raise … [Read more...]
Faces of Parkinson’s
Behind every individual whose life is touched by Parkinson's disease, there is a story. Faces of Parkinson's is a short-form documentary co-produced and hosted by Michael J. Fox. The video offers a candid view of those living with the disease today. To learn more about curing Parkinson's in our lifetime, visit www.michaeljfox.org. Written and Directed by Nelle Fortenberry … [Read more...]
Michael J. Fox Opens Up About His Parkinson’s Challenges: I’m ‘Thinking About The Mortality Of It’
Michael J. Fox is opening up about his over 30-year battle with Parkinson's disease. The 61-year-old actor sat down for an interview with CBS Sunday Morning's Jane Pauley, which is set to air on April 30, and in a preview for the interview released on Friday, Michael revealed that dealing with the incurable disease is getting more challenging as he ages. "I had spinal surgery. … [Read more...]