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Read expert commentary, insights and general announcements on how the Foundation is paving the way for Parkinson's research.


  • Sara Tiner and one of her beloved pets

    Dear Diary: Journaling a Commitment to a Cure

    After living with Parkinson’s disease for more than two decades, Sara Elizabeth Tiner passed away on December 15, 2018 at 79. As she made estate plans, she decided to bequeath a generous gift to The…
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    Communicating Over Video: Three Tips for People with Parkinson’s

    Guest blogger Marti Fischer shares tips for maximizing virtual communication, whether for work, a doctor visit, or a holiday gathering with loved ones.
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  • New Law Aims to Better Support Care Partners

    The Courage to Change: An Essay on Mindfulness and Action

    For Taryn Fixel, finding empowerment as a care partner  ̶  and for her father who has been living with Parkinson’s disease for more than 20 years  ̶  came through self-reflection and designing…
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    Michael J. Fox and Debi Brooks Go Back in Time to Day One of the Foundation

    Just kick back, relax and enjoy this “fireside chat” between our Founders Michael J. Fox and Debi Brooks as they speak with Fortune Editor-in-Chief Cliff Leaf and reflect on day one of the…
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    Read All About It! Michael J. Fox Reveals His Secret to Optimism While on Virtual Book Tour

    Our Founder and best-selling author just published his fourth memoir, No Time Like the Future: An Optimist Considers Mortality. Diagnosed at 29, Michael’s new book explores how three decades of…
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  • Thanksgiving thank you

    MJFF Staff Share What They’re Thankful For This Year

    2020 has been a challenging year and the holidays might look a little different. But for many of us, there is still so much to be thankful for.
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