Michael J. Fox’s Crusade to Cure Parkinson’s – Week in Neurodiversity
The Week in Neurodiversity
The Neurodiversity News Show, hosted by the DifferentBrains.org staff.
Today’s host: Adrienne Sassano!
(3 min 16 sec) In this episode Michael J. Fox talks Parkinson’s cures, and a musician with Down syndrome inspires everyone around the world, and more!
[00:11] Over in Illinois, a group called Working out PTSD is helping those suffering from the condition with gym memberships and other services. [00:45] Next up, a pair of sisters with Alzheimer’s have reunited after fifteen years apart. [01:09] Michael J. Fox discusses his journey towards finding a cure for Parkinson’s. [01:42] Next, check out how this Chicago improv class is helping those with anxiety. [02:09] And finally, check out how this New York musician with Down syndrome is inspiring everybody around the world!FOR THE FULL-LENGTH STORIES AND VIDEOS:
Over in Illinois, a group called Working out PTSD is helping those suffering from the condition with gym memberships and other services. https://www.illinoishomepage.net/news/local-news/local-veterans-get-help-from-working-out-ptsd-/1289663298
Next up, a pair of sisters with Alzheimer’s have reunited after fifteen years apart. https://www.kxly.com/entertainment/sisters-with-alzheimer-s-reunite-at-15-years/765443843
Michael J. Fox discusses his journey towards finding a cure for Parkinson’s. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/michael-j-fox-working-towards-cure-for-parkinsons-one-of-the-great-gifts-of-my-life/
Next, check out how this Chicago improv class is helping those with anxiety. https://www.cnn.com/2018/07/05/health/improv-for-anxiety-staying-well/index.html
And finally, check out how this New York musician with Down syndrome is inspiring everybody around the world! https://www.wivb.com/news/local-news/wny-musician-with-down-syndrome-inspires-people-around-the-world/1290174248
TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT MICHAEL J. FOX’S CAMPAIGN TO END PARKINSON’S, VISIT: https://www.michaeljfox.org/
