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Max Parrot — His Career, His Battle, and His Advice

Diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in late 2018, Max Parrot had to learn how to balance his battle with cancer and his professional snowboarding career.

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Canadians Affected by MS Need Life-Changing Research

Finding a cure would be life-changing for millions of families affected by MS — but to get closer to one, more Canadians need to support the MS Society.

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Blake Bell lives with Parkinson's disease

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If You Live with Parkinson’s Disease, You Are Not Alone

Nobody should have to navigate Parkinson’s disease alone. Blake Bell shares his journey with Parkinson’s, from diagnosis to how he thrives today.

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For People with Aphasia, the Pandemic’s Isolation Is Nothing New

Imagine sheltering in place during COVID-19 without being able to communicate with your friends and family. This is reality for Canadians with aphasia.

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Educators of Children with ASD Can Make A Big Impact

With the right training and tools — like those from the online training service Sonderly — teachers can help students with autism spectrum disorder succeed.

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Don’t Navigate Mental Health and Addiction Support Alone

There are thousands of government-funded mental health and addiction resources and programs. Don't struggle alone — ConnexOntario can help you find support.

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Funding Research Is the Key to Understanding Neurological Conditions

Canadian researchers from coast to coast are working to understand how the brain works, as it's key to the hundreds of diseases and injuries that affect it.

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Dr. Victor Rafuse in his lab at the Brain Repair Centre

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Brain-Related Research Helps People to Live Better

Research into neurodegenerative diseases and traumatic brain injuries is crucial for successfully preventing, diagnosing, treating, and curing them.

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Canadian professional athletes in support of Parachute

Why Checking for Concussions is Important

Managing symptoms and a return to daily life are crucial to concussion recovery — and timing matters. Learn more with Parachute's free concussion resources.

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Erin Craven posing with a UROSPOT BTL EMSELLA Chair

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Don’t Suffer in Silence When Giggles Turn to Dribbles

Thanks to new treatments like UROSPOT's Kegel Throne, women with bladder leaks and urge issues are achieving newfound empowerment, confidence, and freedom.

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