First diagnosed in the 90’s, Michael J. Fox has been fighting Parkinson’s disease ever since and doing well in staying ahead of the disease.
Until now that is. The 54-year-old is becoming more speech
impaired as his voice is slurring and one of his feet have become unresponsive
to the point where he is forced to drag it when he walks. It appears within the
next 5 years he is expected to become wheelchair bound. 9 Several helpers were
at his side on a recent night out with his wife Tracy Pollan, providing much
need assistance to the usually reclusive star.
A friend made a statement regarding that particular night
out last February:
“It was heartbreaking. Michael’s bravery knows no bounds.
But as the disease takes its toll on his body, even he is beginning to see that
his battle is a losing one.”
But Michael remains a true warrior, not allowing the disease
to cloud his overall view on life and living. His friend continues by saying:
“Michael sees every day as a gift, as well as an opportunity
to help other sufferers. His Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research
has done so much and has raised millions of dollars, but a cure remains well
out of reach. Michael may be down, but he’s not out. It was a struggle for him
during his rare outing, but as he headed away from the restaurant he even
managed to flash a peace sign to his fans from the back of the limo.”
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