Parkinson’s Disease - Celebrities with diseases

Johnny Cash and his addictions

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The “Man in Black” has had many medical ups and downs. His lowest points were when he succumbed to addictions.

Pope John Paul II did not let Parkinson’s disease slow him down

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One of the most influential leaders of the 20th century, Pope John Paul II, pontiff of the Catholic Church, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of 73.

Johnny Cash: ‘The Man in Black’ and his battle with Parkinson’s disease

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One of the most influential people in American music history, Johnny Cash is one of the world’s most listened to artists. His diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease in 1997 left many shocked.

Muhammad Ali’s fight against Parkinson’s disease

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The brilliant boxing star is perhaps the most famous Parkinson’s disease patient. He was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 1984 at the age of 42.

Also known as PD, Parkinson’s disease is termed as a disorder of the central nervous system which is known to derogate the patient from motor skills, speech and other body functions. Parkinson’s disease is a part of movement disorders.

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Michael J. Fox is an inspiration for millions

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Michael J. Fox is the boyish Canadian-American actor, author and voice over artist who rose to stardom with the 1980s TV show ‘Family Ties’, followed by the blockbuster ‘Back to the Future’ trilogy. After being diagnosed with the disease in 1991, he became a public advocate for Parkinson’s disease research.

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