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Eat, Sleep, Row, Repeat: Team Human Powered Potential Conquers the Pacific

July 23, 2024

After enduring 41 days, 1 hour and 57 minutes of rigorous rowing and unpredictable weather, all while pushing the boundaries of human strength and endurance, the four members of Team Human Powered…

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Hot Weather and Parkinson’s Disease: Six Tips for Beating the Heat

July 16, 2024

Heat and humidity can make Parkinson’s symptoms worse. Here are ways to stay cool and limit your risk of heat-related Parkinson’s symptoms.

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The Study that Keeps Changing Everything: Dispatch from the PPMI Annual Meeting

June 24, 2024

The Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI) acknowledged a year of significant milestones in Parkinson’s disease (PD) research at its annual meeting in early May.

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The Parkinson’s Unity Walk Celebrates 30 Years and Historic Momentum Toward a Cure

May 23, 2024

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In Memoriam: MJFF Mourns Loss of Parkinson’s Research Leader Ira Shoulson

May 22, 2024

Ira Shoulson leaves behind a legacy of innovation and dedication that will continue to shape Parkinson’s research for years to come. His passing is a profound loss to the scientific community.

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Michael J. Fox Named One of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2024

April 26, 2024

Michael J. Fox accepts Time100 Impact Award and is named one of the 100 Most Influential People of 2024 by Time Magazine in a piece penned by Ryan Reynolds.

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“You Can Do Anything”: Michael J. Fox’s Top Three Quotes on People “50th Anniversary” Issue

April 10, 2024

Our fearless founder graces the cover of People Magazine’s “50th Anniversary” issue alongside some of Hollywood’s biggest stars.

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