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I'm Still Standing (song)

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I heard this Elton John tune covered by Joni Mitchell and heard the words so loud this morning. I thought I'd share it with you. Joni Mitchell, Annie Lennox, Brandi Carlile and Sista Strings interpret Elton John's classic song "I'm Still Standing" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song concert honoring Elton John and Bernie Taupin at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., March 30, 2024. "I'm Still Standing", with lyrics written by Bernie Taupin, was released as a single on Elton John's 1983 studio album Too Low for Zero.

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month

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April is Parkinson's Awareness Month and World Parkinson's Day falls on April 11, 2025. This day commemorates the birthday of Dr. James Parkinson, who first described the condition in 1817. During Parkinson's Awareness Month, organizations and individuals work to raise awareness about Parkinson's disease, provide support to those living with the condition, and advocate for research and treatment advancements. Consider making a donation Several nonprofit organizations dedicated to Parkinson's disease offer vital resources, support, and research funding. Key organizations include the Parkinson's Foundation, American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA), and the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.  Here's a more detailed look at some key organizations: Parkinson's Foundation: This organization provides resources, support, and research funding to improve the lives of people with Parkinson's disease. They offer a helpline, web...