Michael J. Fox is a renowned Canadian-American actor, author, and advocate, best known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as "Family Ties" and the "Back to the Future" trilogy. Beyond his acting career, Fox has become a prominent figure in the Parkinson's disease community due to his own battle with the illness. Disease: Parkinson's Disease Description Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement. Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurological disorder that affects movement, mood, sleep, pain, and other aspects of health. It is caused by the loss of dopamine-producing brain cells. With time, PD worsens. Treatments and medications can reduce symptoms, but there is no known cure. Frequent signs include speaking
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Fox When Fox was just 29 years old in 1991, he began to experience the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. He first felt a twitch in his little finger on the left, but he wrote it off as a trivial annoyance. Fox sought medical assistance, nevertheless, as the tremors got worse and started to interfere with his ability to carry out routine tasks. In 1991, he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease following multiple consultations with medical professionals and numerous tests (The Michael J. Fox Foundation, n.d.). Fox has been honest about his experiences with Parkinson's disease and his diagnosis and treatment throughout his career. He has disclosed using medication and undergoing deep brain stimulation surgery to manage his symptoms. Fox has continued to be active in his career and advocacy work despite the difficulties he faces as a result of the disease. Fox Foundation, n.d.). Impact on Society Parkinson's disease has gained more attention due to Michael J. Fox's public struggle with the disease and the need for funds for research as well as assistance for those who are impacted. His candour on his diagnosis has encouraged many going through comparable struggles and served to reduce the stigma associated with the
Fox When Fox was just 29 years old in 1991, he began to experience the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. He first felt a twitch in his little finger on the left, but he wrote it off as a trivial annoyance. Fox sought medical assistance, nevertheless, as the tremors got worse and started to interfere with his ability to carry out routine tasks. In 1991, he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease following multiple consultations with medical professionals and numerous tests (The Michael J. Fox Foundation, n.d.). Fox has been honest about his experiences with Parkinson's disease and his diagnosis and treatment throughout his career. He has disclosed using medication and undergoing deep brain stimulation surgery to manage his symptoms. Fox has continued to be active in his career and advocacy work despite the difficulties he faces as a result of the disease. Fox Foundation, n.d.). Impact on Society Parkinson's disease has gained more attention due to Michael J. Fox's public struggle with the disease and the need for funds for research as well as assistance for those who are impacted. His candour on his diagnosis has encouraged many going through comparable struggles and served to reduce the stigma associated with the