Parkinson's disease News & Breaking Stories

Michael J. Fox celebrates son Sam's 35th birthday, sharing heartfelt messages on Instagram with wife Tracy Pollan and daughters.

National Plan to End Parkinson's Act passes in Congress, creating federal advisory council dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson's disease.

New Zealand's first CTE case in rugby league player highlights importance of understanding disease caused by head knocks. Doctors emphasize prevention.

Comedian Richard Lewis, known for neurotic monologues, dies at 76. His iconic comedy style and influence on the industry remembered.

Former Dallas Cowboys receiver Golden Richards, known for his blond hair, passed away at 73. His nephew confirmed the death.

Michael J. Fox receives a standing ovation at the BAFTA Awards for presenting the best picture award despite Parkinson's diagnosis.

Michael J. Fox shares heartfelt stories about Matthew Perry's generous donation to his foundation. Perry was a huge fan of Fox.

Country star Chris Stapleton and his wife Morgane share their secrets to a long-lasting marriage at the 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Celebrities including Michael J. Fox, Jeff Bridges, Sam Neill, and Shannen Doherty share their battles with cancer and health crises.

Céline Dion surprises fans with rare appearance, showing improved health at hockey game with her children in Las Vegas.

Researchers have discovered a way to detect signs of Parkinson's disease up to 20-30 years before symptoms appear, allowing for earlier diagnosis and treatment.

Former NHL player and coach Barry Melrose is retiring from his career as a hockey analyst after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.

Democratic U.S. Representative Jennifer Wexton of Virginia will not seek re-election after being diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder.

Colombian painter and sculptor Fernando Botero, known for his corpulent figures, has died at 91. A week of mourning has been declared in Medellín.

Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell's health and capacity to lead the chamber's Republicans before the 2024 elections is questioned by some Republican senators.

Musician Gary Wright, best known for his hit singles 'Dream Weaver' and 'Love Is Alive,' has passed away at the age of 80. He had been diagnosed with Parkinson's and Lewy body dementia in recent years. Tributes have poured in from the music world.

Virgin Galactic successfully launched its first tourist passengers into space, marking a major milestone in the company's pursuit of space tourism. The three passengers experienced weightlessness and admired views of Earth and space before safely landing in New Mexico. This achievement fulfills a nearly two-decade-old promise by founder Richard Branson to bring tourists into space. The flight also establishes Virgin Galactic as a competitor in the suborbital space tourism sector.

Whoopi Goldberg was shocked when Michael J. Fox revealed he turned down a role in "Ghost" with her, calling himself an "idiot."

The family of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells were used for medical advancements without her consent, reached a settlement with Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Stanford University President, Marc Tessier-Lavigne, has resigned following allegations of research misconduct. The allegations, first reported by a student newspaper, questioned the integrity of Tessier-Lavigne's research and his failure to address errors. While a report released by the university's board of trustees confirmed some of the allegations, it did not agree with the newspaper's claims of potential research fraud. Tessier-Lavigne, who had a successful career as a neuroscientist and fundraiser, joined Stanford in 2016 and helped raise billions of dollars for the university. Richard Saller, a Stanford classics professor, will serve as interim president.

Vice President Kamala Harris pays tribute to Rev. Jesse Jackson, successor named.