The Canadian-Open Parkinson Network’s (C-OPN) goal is to unite and mainstream research efforts to more efficiently find ways to treat Parkinson’s disease — a mission that simply isn’t possible in any single laboratory or clinic anywhere in the world. C-OPN is...
The Banting Research Foundation has announced that the 2022 Discovery Award competition is now open. The Discovery Award is a one-year grant of up to $30,000 for innovative health and biomedical research projects by outstanding new investigators at universities and...
Dr. Matthew Krause is exploring a non-surgical approach to treat Parkinson’s symptoms using transcranial electrical stimulation. This method delivers electrical stimulation to the brain’s basal ganglia through electrodes placed on the scalp, avoiding the risks of surgery. His research could make brain stimulation therapies more accessible and improve mobility and independence for people with Parkinson’s disease.
In the Fall 2021 edition of Viewpoints, Dr. Matthew Krause introduces his research on non-invasive Transcranial Deep Brain Stimulation, which could provide the benefits of DBS without surgery. This issue also includes insights from neuro physiotherapist Shelly Yu on...
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) recognizes people with Parkinson's and their caregivers who have gone above and beyond with others in their communities and who demonstrate a passion to celebrate each day with joy, compassion and understanding. These...
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) believes every person with Parkinson’s disease (PD) should have access to a physiotherapist – in particular, one who is experienced in treating movement disorders and neurodegenerative diseases. Physiotherapists (PTs) play an...
Dr. Silke Appel-Cresswell is studying the role of gut microbiota in Parkinson’s disease. She is investigating how certain strains of bacteria in the gut may trigger inflammation or cause toxic proteins to move from the gut to the brain, leading to neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s. Her research could lead to treatments targeting gut dysfunction, such as managing constipation, as well as dietary changes and probiotics.
In the Summer 2021 edition of Viewpoints, Dr. Silke Appel-Cresswell shares her groundbreaking research on the gut microbiome and its potential as a screening tool for Parkinson’s. This issue also features Dr. Naaz Parmar’s insights on dementia in people with...
Please tell us a bit about yourself and your connection to Parkinson’s disease. My husband was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease (PD) thirteen years before his passing, a year and a half ago. As I journey the road of post-Parkinson’s and caregiver recovery, barely a...
