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AFFECTING PARKINSON’S DISEASE ACROSS THE GLOBE THE MICHAEL J. FOX FOUNDATION The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research was founded in late 2000 by Michael J. Fox, who was diagnosed with the disease in 1991. For the next seven years, Fox remained quiet about the disease before finally going public with it and dedicating his life to slowing its progression and finding a cure. He is a dedicated patient advocate and hopes to one day make Parkinson’s a disease of the past. WHAT IS PARKINSON’S? Parkinson’s disease (PD) was first characterized in 1817 by James Parkinson, an English doctor. It is defined by the Michael J. Fox Foundation as “a chronic, degenerative neurological disorder that affects 1 in 100 people over the age of 60.” However, younger individuals have also been diagnosed, with the youngest being 18 years old. Many people who suffer from PD can be misdiagnosed, as there is not a specific “test” to diagnose the disease. The most common symptoms, and the ones that are easiest to detect, are bradykinesia, rigidity, postural instability, and resting tremor. THE IMPACT For nearly 20 years, The Michael J. Fox Foundation has put its efforts into aiding people who suffer from the disease. They have raised over $800 million for research into finding a cure. Over two decades, this research has provided better medications for people affected by PD and has lessened their symptoms. The volunteers and researchers who are involved with the Michael J. Fox Foundation are dedicated to giving patients the best results. Of the foundation’s investments, 45% are poured into altering and developing treatments, 35% into defining and identifying the disease, 15% into lowering untreated symptoms, and 5% into tools that help researchers dedicate more time to finding a cure. If you’re interested or want to become involved in the movement against PD, you can visit the official website at MichaelJFox.org. There, you can donate money, take part in fundraisers, and keep current with the latest research breakthroughs.
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JUICY LUCY SLIDERS
INGREDIENTS
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16 small potato rolls, toasted
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2 lbs. ground chuck beef, 20% lean 8 slices melting cheese (like American, Swiss, Muenster, or cheddar)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Your favorite burger accompaniments
DIRECTIONS
1. Divide beef into 16 evenly sized balls. 2. Rip cheese into roughly equal pieces, creating 16 equal portions. 3. Using your index finger, create a small indentation in each ball. 4. Fill indention with cheese and pinch meat around to seal. Then gently form balls into 3/4-inch-thick patties. Season patties. 5. Meanwhile, heat a cast-iron skillet to medium-high. 6. Lightly coat skillet with oil and cook patties in batches. Brown one side undisturbed, about 3 minutes. Carefully flip and cook until desired doneness, about 3 minutes for medium. 7. Serve on toasted potato rolls with your favorite accompaniments.
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