When Gerald Ford became president after Richard Nixon's resignation in 1974, he proclaimed himself "indebted to no man and only to one woman." His job was clear: to heal a nation torn apart by ...

Gerald Ford and former first lady Betty Ford react to a tribute to his presidency at the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2000. The 87-year-old former president was ...

Sunday, April 8 would have been Betty Ford's 100th birthday. The former first lady died at the age of 93 in 2011, but her legacy lives on. Betty Ford spent her life in politics, raising awareness ...

Betty Ford demonstrated the power of transparency in women's health. Remaining honest and open in a time of personal tragedy, Betty Ford demonstrated the power of transparency in women's health.

Betty's influence on society was recognized in various meaningful ways. From heartfelt letters from individual Americans to prestigious awards, Betty's influence on society was recognized in various ...

Following her own struggles with drink and prescription drugs, former American First Lady Betty Ford opened a drug and alcohol treatment centre on 4 October 1982. The Betty Ford Center is now one of ...

Betty Ford, the widow of former President Gerald Ford, has died at 93 in southern California. The political matriarch became as famous for her work with drug and alcohol addicts as for her status as a ...

Betty Ford, the former first lady whose triumph over drug and alcohol addiction became a beacon of hope for addicts and the inspiration for her Betty Ford Center, has died, a family friend said Friday ...