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Real Talk from Patients

Members of The Michael J. Fox Foundation community share their experiences with Parkinson's.

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    MJFF Guest Blogger Barbara Salsberg Mathews: “Re-Illustrating the 5 Stages of Parkinson's with Women”

    Since her diagnosis, Barbara Salsberg Mathews has become an advocate for living well with Parkinson's disease — especially through art and dance. Learn more about her latest illustrations in…
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    MJFF Guest Blogger Denise Coley: “Strategies on Navigating Racial Bias and Stigma in Parkinson’s Disease”

    Denise Coley, a member of The Michael J. Fox Foundation's Patient Council, reflects on advice for navigating bias and stigma in finding competent medical care. Learn more.
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    Running Through Resilience: Guest Blogger Aiden Spencer’s Marathon Journey with Team Fox

    This article is taken from Aiden Spencer's 2024 NYC Half Marathon pre-race celebration speech, outlining his marathon journey with Team Fox.
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    Guest Blogger Bret Parker Reflects on Over 10 Years with Team Fox and His “Do Epic Stuff” Motto

    This summer, guest blogger Bret Parker takes on an epic endurance challenge to raise money and awareness for Parkinson’s research.
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    “Act Out of Love. Not Out of Fear”: MJFF Celebrates Pride Month

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) is once again celebrating Pride Month by featuring the stories of Parkinson’s disease (PD) community members who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
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    Guest Blogger Joe Drake on How Parkinson’s Is His Superpower

    Guest blogger Joe Drake discusses his experience with Parkinson's disease, and his inspiration to join forces with Team Fox.
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    Pilates and Parkinson’s Disease

    In this blog, Michael J. Fox Foundation supporter Peter Klein, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2015, shares his experience with Pilates. He speaks with certified instructor, Deborah Kenner,…
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