The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research

1 week ago | michaeljfox.org | Rachel Dolhun |Lucy Peterson

“Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a complex condition. It’s complex to diagnose and complex to handle in, oh, so many ways. It’s complex to do research and develop new treatments for this complex problem as well. And when something is complex, that’s when you call in people who know all the relevant issues through and through.”  As The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) and the Edmond J. Safra Foundation recognize the 10-year impact of the Edmond J.

3 weeks ago | michaeljfox.org | Lucy Peterson

Brain health advocate, GRAMMY Award-nominated music producer and DJ Steve Aoki has worked with some of the biggest international names in music, spanning across genres — from Sting, Linkin Park, Snoop Dogg, Maluma and BTS. Aoki is known for his energetic live performances in the electro house music genre and is one of dance music’s most followed and recognizable talented artists.

1 month ago | michaeljfox.org | Lucy Peterson

“After living with Parkinson’s for five and a half years, it’s no longer just about wanting to do well for myself. I would like to give hope and inspiration to the people who are living with chronic illnesses,” said Harvey Silikovitz, 55, from West Orange, NJ, an accomplished attorney and Parkinson’s advocate.

1 month ago | michaeljfox.org | Lisa Volenec

Editor’s Note: Lisa Volenec is an advocate for the Parkinson's community and active Team Fox fundraiser. She was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at age 47 in 2014. An Omaha, Nebraska native, Volenec started her career in TV news, and today serves as general manager for KMTV, the Scripps CBS affiliate in Omaha. The Arizona sun can be brutal, so it was no real surprise yard work left me a bit drained. Still, in triple-digit temperatures, I loved being a first-time homeowner.

2 months ago | michaeljfox.org | Jen Wilson

Parkinson’s disease (PD) frequently disrupts walking and balance. Walking speed slows, steps grow shorter, turning becomes difficult, and feet get momentarily “stuck” to the ground, a condition called freezing of gait. Parkinson’s scientists often refer to these symptoms collectively as gait impairments. Tests for gait impairments can be useful in diagnosing PD, detecting the effects of treatments and monitoring PD progression, even in early disease.