British Columbia’s Ministry of Health has announced today that they have removed the yearly limit on the number of British Columbians who can receive Duodopa® therapy. Previously, BC PharmaCare only covered five individuals per year for this therapy, resulting in a...
In the Winter 2020 issue of Viewpoints, Dr. Brenda Lau discusses common concerns regarding intimacy and sexual health in Parkinson's disease, including how both physical and emotional factors can impact relationships. This edition also highlights Shelley Schreyer's...
Stiffness and freezing of gait in people with Parkinson’s disease are challenging to treat, as current therapies like levodopa and deep brain stimulation are often ineffective. At the University of Calgary, PhD student Linda Kim is researching a new target for improving walking difficulties.
The Government of Canada has announced a one-time, non-taxable $600 payment to offset some of the financial stress people with disabilities may have experienced during the pandemic. Some of these additional expenses may include higher costs for personal protective...
This year, our provincial conference Moving Forward, Together went virtual! We feel fortunate that we were able to find a way to continue hosting this event that provides valuable education and resources for the Parkinson's community. For those who were unable...
In the Fall 2020 issue of Viewpoints, Courtney Doherty, a clinical counsellor with Parkinson Society BC, offers advice on managing stress for both people with Parkinson’s and their carepartners. This edition also covers respite options during COVID-19 for carepartners...
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) aims to be an effective lobbyist for issues important to the Parkinson’s community. With the grassroots support of our advocacy networks, we have influenced the Ministry of Health to increase funding and access to crucial...
Unfortunately, due to low registration numbers, our Fall Improv Series has been canceled. We are looking to reschedule in the near future. For those interested in participating in improv classes, there are a number of opportunities we recommend with Dan Dumsha...
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety of our staff and community. While Parkinson Society BC staff are working remotely until further notice, we have implemented safety measures...
