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Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month Presents “Brainstorm For a Cure”

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Robyn Michele Levy

It was a dark and brainstormy night for The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Fox Trial Finder, The World Parkinson Congresses, The Pacific Parkinsons Research Institute, National Parkinson Foundation, The Cure Parkinson’s Trust, Parkinson’s Humor, Davis Phinney Foundation, Parkinson’s Action Network, American Academy of … Continue reading →

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Dear “Beck Depression Inventory” Questionnaire

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Robyn Michele Levy

You are depressing.

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“Live Laugh Learn” Meets Again at Vancouver’s Lululemon Lab Sunday, September 30, 2012

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Robyn Michele Levy

This fall, the Vancouver Lab will once again host Rethink Breast Cancer‘s Live Laugh Learn gatherings. This National monthly program is a one-of-a-kind ongoing opportunity for women experiencing breast cancer in their 20’s, 30’s and early 40’s to connect with … Continue reading →

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Today’s Pink Stroke of Genius: CoppaFeel! Launches “Men Get Breast Cancer too!” Campaign in UK

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Robyn Michele Levy

One slogan reads: “Raising Awareness. Reducing Embarrassment.” Another says: “Remind me to coppa feel.” But the real kicker reads: “Men Get Breast Cancer Too!” In fact,  300 British men are diagnosed with breast cancer a year! And today –  September … Continue reading →

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Today’s Pink Stroke of Genius: Teenager Brittany Wenger Wins Grand Prize at Google Science Fair For Her Brilliant Breast Cancer Innovation

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Robyn Michele Levy

Inspired by her baby brother’s ailing health and her amazing 6th grade science teacher, Florida’s Brittany Wenger wowed the Google Science Fair‘s panel of judges with her science project: a computer program to help doctors diagnose breast cancer in a … Continue reading →

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Michael J. Fox Inspires Hope Wth The Fox Trial Finder

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Robyn Michele Levy

Waking up next to Michael J. Fox is always inspiring. But this morning was extra special. His Foundation for Parkinson’s research has launched the Fox Trial Finder here in Canada! This online tool anonymously matches volunteers – both with and without Parkinson’s … Continue reading →

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Somewhere In The Rainbow

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Robyn Michele Levy

R.I.P. euthanized Parkinson’s disease research monkeys…

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Please Vote for “This Is My Mama” in the 2012 Neuro Film Festival!

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Robyn Michele Levy

Naomi was just a kid when I was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s disease. This Is My Mama is her story. We collaborated on this animated film and entered it into the 2012 Neuro Film Festival. Organized by the American … Continue reading →

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Robyn Michele Levy & Daughter Naomi Enter “This Is My Mama” Into 2012 Neuro Film Festival! Cast Your Vote For “Fan Favourite!”

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Robyn Michele Levy

Naomi was just a kid when I was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s disease. This Is My Mama is her story. We collaborated on this animated film and entered it into the 2012 Neuro Film Festival. Organized by the American … Continue reading →

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Robyn Michele Levy & Daughter Naomi Enter “This Is My Mama” Into 2012 Neuro Film Festival

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Robyn Michele Levy

Naomi was just a kid when I was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s disease. This Is My Mama is her story. We collaborated on this film and entered it into the 2012 Neuro Film Festival contest organized by the American … Continue reading →

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