CINÉMA - Un prix prestigieux à la hauteur d’un acteur au combat courageux. La star de Retour vers le futur, Michael J. Fox, s’est vu décerner un Oscar d’honneur pour son action en faveur de la lutte contre la maladie de Parkinson, une affection neurodégénérative dont l’acteur canadien souffre depuis une trentaine d’années. Agé de 61 ans, il a reçu la statuette au titre de … [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...]
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...]