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A-ha Frontman Morten Harket Diagnosed With Parkinson’s Disease

Wednesday, June 4

On Wednesday (June 4), Morten Harket, the frontman of A-ha, publicly disclosed that he has recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The 65-year-old vocalist stated that his... Read More.

Retired NFL Quarterback Brett Favre Says He Has Parkinson’s Disease

Tuesday, September 24

Former Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre, 54, disclosed his recent Parkinson's disease diagnosis during a welfare reform hearing on Capitol Hill, linking it to his investment in Prevacus, a company working on concussion... Read More.

Richard Lewis Shares Parkinson’s Diagnosis

Tuesday, April 25

Comedian Richard Lewis took to Twitter over the weekend to reveal that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Announcing the news in a video, Lewis shared that he’s had “sort of a rocky... Read More.

Michael J. Fox Opens Up About Living With Parkinson’s Disease

Thursday, March 16

While promoting his documentary Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie at South by Southwest on Tuesday (March 14th), Michael J. Fox discussed how his Parkinson’s diagnosis has affected his life. “Parkinson’s sucks — but... Read More.

Michael J. Fox Receives Honorary Oscar For Parkinson’s Advocacy Work

Monday, November 21

On Saturday (November 19th), Michael J. Fox was honored with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the 13th Governors Awards in Los Angeles for his advocacy work with Parkinson's Disease. The Back to the... Read More.

Michael J. Fox Doesn’t Think There Will Be A Cure For Parkinsons In His Lifetime

Thursday, December 2

In a new profile with AARP Magazine, Michael J. Fox revealed that he is “happy” even though he doesn’t believe that Parkinsons will be cured within his lifetime. He told the outlet that when people... Read More.