Actor and advocate Michael J. Fox is applauded as he accepts the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Biden for his efforts in Parkinson's disease research. The award was presented at the White House on Jan. 4, 2025. NEWYou can now listen to …

The actor, who was diagnosed at 29, spoke candidly about his condition in a new interview, admitting he can no longer walk safely without fear of falling. "There’s no timeline with Parkinson's disease, there's no series of stages that you go …

A condition that compels people to move their legs could indicate they have a greater chance of developing Parkinson's disease. A new study also suggests this risk decreases for those prescribed certain treatments for their 'restless legs'. …

Michael J. Fox is opening up about his battle with Parkinson’s disease and his mortality. The Back to the Future actor, 64, was diagnosed with early on-set Parkinson’s in 1991, at age 29, and has lived with the health condition for over 30 years. According …

With nearly 16,000 golf courses nationwide, chances are you live near one. Living close to preened and verdant greens may seem idyllic, however recent research demonstrates a link between golf courses and Parkinson's disease (PD). How could this be? In …

Michael J. Fox, the beloved Back to the Future star, has revealed that his battle with Parkinson's disease has advanced to the point where he no longer walks freely, citing fears of falling after breaking multiple bones over the years. The actor, …

Michael J Fox has revealed he no longer walks after 'breaking so many bones' amid his battle with Parkinson's.  The beloved Back to the Future star, 64, was diagnosed with the progressive neurological disorder in 1991 at just 29 years old and …

A British-led gene therapy that rewires the circuits of the brain has been hailed as a “game changer” for the millions suffering from Parkinson’s disease. Scientists say a tiny, one-time injection deep in the brain could be the start of a “new era” in the …

Although it is complicated, science continues to make great strides, and what we know today as some of the most fearsome diseases for humans may in the distant future be seen with greater hope. Scientists at the University of Bath, in collaboration with …

Three research hospitals in the Republic of Korea are reporting that restless leg syndrome was associated with an increased risk of Parkinson's disease, with 1.6% of patients with restless leg syndrome developing Parkinson's disease vs. 1.0% in …