Each month, we spotlight an inspiring story from someone in our Team DPF® community who is helping to improve the quality of life of people living with Parkinson’s by raising funds. Today, we are happy to feature Miller Sigmon from North Carolina. Which event did you participate in? I did a Facebook fundraiser for my birthday. Why did you decide to ... read more
Source: Davis Phinney FoundationPublished on 2020-05-15By Melani Dizon
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