As of October 17, 2018, the federal government, under Bill C-45, has legalized the purchase and consumption of marijuana (also referred to as cannabis) for Canadians. If you are considering the medical use of marijuana or its derivatives for Parkinson’s...
In the Fall 2019 issue of Viewpoints, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) highlights efforts to expand educational resources and increase access to healthcare professionals based on a recent community needs survey. This issue features an "Ask the Expert" section...
Parkinson Society British Columbia is proud to connect our community with the resources and tools they need to live well. Since Parkinson's disease (PD) can present differently in each individual, the Society endeavours to maintain impartiality when providing...
At the University of British Columbia, neuroscientist Jordan Follett is studying the retromer complex, which plays a key role in RNA sorting within cells. Follett’s research focuses on how mutations in this complex can disrupt the proper positioning of RNA, a crucial step for protein production, especially in dopamine-producing neurons.
The first edition of the Canadian Guidelines on Parkinson’s Disease was published in 2012. The second edition, providing updates with input from healthcare professionals, people with Parkinson's, and Parkinson Canada, was released in September 2019. The...
In an effort to further expand our reach, Parkinson Society BC is pleased to announce a new collaboration with the Pacific Parkinson's Research Centre (PPRC). Beginning Thursday, October 3, 2019, we will be offering information and consultations to those...
To maximize the benefit of the Provincial Conference Moving Forward, Together to British Columbia's Parkinson's community, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) is offering a limited number of scholarships for people with Parkinson's (PWP) and family...
Dr. Michele Matarazzo, a neurologist at the Pacific Parkinson’s Research Centre, is using advanced Positron Emission Tomography (PET) to study dopamine loss in the brains of Parkinson’s patients. By tracking this change from early symptoms to advanced stages, he aims to better understand how Parkinson’s progresses over time.
The Summer 2019 issue of Viewpoints focuses on the mental health challenges faced by individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD), highlighting common issues like depression, anxiety, and apathy, and the importance of addressing these alongside physical symptoms. This...
