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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

4Peaks 4PD proves ain't no mountain high enough

Monday, June 6, 2016
On Sunday, June 5, approximately 100 metro-Vancouver cyclists rode between SFU, Seymour, Grouse and Cypress mountains to raise awareness for Parkinson's disease. The cyclists beat 28 degree heat to complete the challenging 140 km route with 3,000 m o… Read more

Dan McGuire featured in IMPACT Magazine

Monday, May 30, 2016
Our member Dan McGuire was recently featured in IMPACT Magazine. In 2015, at the age of 81, Dan completed his cycling journey across Canada. He travelled over 10,000km in the face of bad weather and illness, with some help from family, friends and st… Read more

Champions for Parkinson's Raffle Tickets now available!

Monday, May 16, 2016
Whether you are craving a stay-cation or vacation, kick-off your summer right with the Champions for Parkinson's Raffle. This year, there are two great prizes to win! All tickets sold before May 24 will qualify you for a chance to win a shopping spre… Read more

Last call to register for the Prince George Regional Conference

Thursday, May 12, 2016
Don't miss out on our visit to Prince George, BC! At our Regional Conference, you'll have the opportunity to learn from experts and connect with others who have been affected by Parkinson's disease. A catered lunch will be provided. Presentations an… Read more

Thank you for joining us at The Victory Summit

Monday, May 9, 2016
On April 30, 2016 The Davis Phinney Foundation, in partnership with Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC), presented The Victory Summit symposium in Vancouver. The Davis Phinney Foundation and PSBC would like to thank the funders as well as 525 s… Read more