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SongShine group now offered on the North Shore

Thursday, August 11, 2016
We are pleased to share that a new SongShine group will be offered on the North Shore. Where: North Shore Stroke Recovery Centre (NSSRC) | 225 East 2nd Street, North Vancouver (map) When: Tuesday, September 27th to Tuesday, November 29th Time: 12:… Read more

New! YOPD & Young at Heart Support Group in Langley

Wednesday, August 10, 2016
If you’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s, this new support group in Langley may be for you! The group aims to bring together those with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD), their carepartners and any member of the PD community who considers thems… Read more

First Sparwood Golf Tournament "fore" Parkinson's a success!

Friday, July 29, 2016
On July 23, members of the Sparwood community came together in memory of Joe Tracey for the First Annual Sparwood Parkinson's Golf Tournament. Organized by Merl Shelley and a team of dedicated individuals, the tournament surpassed anticipated proceed… Read more

Participants with chronic health condition needed for Health Mentor Program at UBC

Monday, July 25, 2016
Do you have, or do you know someone with, a chronic health condition who would be a good mentor and would like to share their expertise? Patient & Community Partnership for Education at UBC is seeking 3-4 individuals to be a part of a unique edu… Read more

Vancouver vocalist, Emily Chambers, supports Parkinson Society British Columbia

Thursday, July 14, 2016
Emily Chambers is a dynamic vocalist with a sultry tone and a powerhouse range. Inspired by classic soul and R&B, she combines an old school Motown vibe with hints of hip hop and a little bit of Southern grit, to give you a fresh sound that hits … Read more

Volunteers needed to help with UBC physical therapy course

Thursday, July 7, 2016
A total of ten volunteers are needed to assist with a first year physical therapy course session on patient interviewing at UBC's Point Grey campus in Vancouver. Volunteers must be available for three hours on October 14, 2016 between 8:00am and 12:0… Read more

Canadian scientists discover evidence that links Parkinson's to autoimmune disease

Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Scientists have found evidence that suggests neuron cell death in Parkinson's may be caused by an overactive immune system. A team of researchers, led by Dr. Michel Desjardins from the University of Montreal and Dr. Heidi McBride from the Montreal Ne… Read more

Parkinson Society British Columbia interview on Health First Radio Show

Monday, June 20, 2016
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) CEO Jean Blake will be speaking with Dave Fuller of Health First Radio on Monday, June 20 at 1:30pm PST. Jean will be spreading the word about the basics of Parkison's disease, PSBC programs and services as w… Read more

Dr. Ahlskog's Lecture from PSBC's Annual General Meeting is now available online

Wednesday, June 15, 2016
Dr. J. Eric Ahlskog, M.D., Ph. D. is Professor of Neurology at the Mayo Medical School, and Chair of the Mayo Section of Movement Disorders at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He is the author of The New Parkinson's Disease Treatment Book, and is… Read more

Research subjects needed

Friday, June 10, 2016
Subject: A novel approach to studying postural instability in Parkinson's disease The study will compare balance ability during quiet standing and while controlling a balance simulator while lying down in individuals with Parkinson's disease and hea… Read more