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


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    Remembering Patient Council Member Bill Wilkins

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) mourns the passing of Foundation Patient Council member W.N. “Bill” Wilkins. He passed away on July 2, 2023, at age 86.

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    How Generations of Generosity Have Inspired a Lifelong Commitment from One Donor

    The entire Dewart family for generations has been inspired to give back. Mona Dewart has understood from a young age the importance of giving back, now not only herself, but her niece and other…

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    New Study Shows Nearly Half of Americans with Parkinson’s Don’t See a Neurologist

    A new study identified critical gaps in care for people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in the United States, including disparities affecting underrepresented communities, such as women,…

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    The Michael J. Fox Foundation is Heading to Barcelona, Spain for World Parkinson Congress

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) is headed to Barcelona, Spain for the sixth World Parkinson Congress (WPC) event.

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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.

  • Watch MJFF’s Latest Film: A Swift Story of Our Success

    A glimpse at some of the ways The Michael J. Fox Foundation has driven momentum for a cure for Parkinson’s since its inception — and discovered something extraordinary along the way.

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