What is stiff-person syndrome, the neurological disorder afflicting Celine Dion?


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Canadian singer Celine Dion, seen here during one of her performances in Paris, France, says she's doing everything she can to recuperate from the syndrome. — AFP

Celine Dion revealed on Thursday that she is suffering from a rare neurological disorder called stiff-person syndrome (SPS) that is affecting her everyday life.

The iconic singer announced the news in a video posted on social media and said she has postponed her 2023 tour.

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