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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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    Fox Flow: Taking Parkinson’s to the Mat — and Beyond

    For Healdsburg, California resident Shelley Gilbert who lives with Parkinson's, yoga isn’t just a practice — it’s a way to take action for Parkinson's research.
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    MJFF Guest Blogger Wojciech Wasilewski: "From Couch to Headstand - My Fight with Parkinson's"

    Wojciech Wasilewski, a Polish author and equity analyst living almost 10 years with early-onset Parkinson’s disease, shares his experience taking back control of his life while living with PD.
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    MJFF Guest Blogger Annmarie O'Connor: Getting Ahead of It

    Annmarie O’Connor, fashion editor, bestselling author and well-known media contributor, shares a reflection on being diagnosed with Parkinson's at the age of 48 and how she's using her…
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    MJFF Guest Blogger Jim O'Connell: "Embracing Parkinson's Disease Without Shame"

    Jim O’Connell, age 65, Parkinson's advocate and retired journalist, shares his experience living with Parkinson's and embracing the disease without shame.
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    MJFF Guest Blogger Lisa Volenec: "My Breaking Point was Actually a Breakthrough"

    Lisa Volenec, a Parkinson's advocate, reflects on hiding her Parkinson's diagnosis for over 10 years and the strength she gained after sharing it with her community. Learn more.
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  • One voice can ignite change, but together, we create a movement — lifting each other up, pushing forward and making the impossible possible.

    Women Who Give, Women Who Lead: Team Fox Detroit’s Donna Rajkovic

    This Women's History Month, Donna Rajkovic reflects on her journey with Team Fox Detroit, showcasing her leadership in fundraising, advocacy and community-building for Parkinson’s research.
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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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