WASHINGTON, May 3 (UPI) -- U.S. actor Michael J. Fox says he feels his optimistic take on his Parkinson's disease is an inspiration to others facing their own hardships.
The former "Family Ties" star, who was diagnosed with the degenerative disease in 1991, said his optimism is rooted in his belief his life has been filled with more pluses than minuses, The Washington Post reported Sunday.