The Summer 2018 issue of Viewpoints highlights research on early Parkinson’s detection by measuring GCase enzyme activity, co-funding projects on live cell imaging and neuronal patterns. Dr. Daryl Wile addresses pain management in Parkinson’s, emphasizing a...
On April 11, in recognition of World Parkinson’s Day, CKNW and Global BC ran awareness pieces featuring Larry Gifford, who is newly diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s disease (YOPD), and an active member of the Parkinson Society BC community....
This is what Maureen has to say about #PDANDME: Thank you for the opportunity to tell my story. I was diagnosed just before my 50th birthday in 2007. My initial symptoms were atypical, with a very rapid onset of mental slowness and a feeling of unease that I...
This is what Bill has to say about #PDANDME: Four and a half years ago I received a message from the neurologist that I did not want to hear: “You have Parkinson’s disease!” I was told that there was no cure and no way of reversing the diagnosis. All I could do was...
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 of climbing. You...
As of May 31st, Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) voicemail is operating as usual. Thank you for your patience as the office worked with our service provider to resolve challenges with calls and voicemail messages that arose in early May. PSBC staff...
As part of Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) mandate to provide information and services to British Columbians across the province, we have been making an effort to increase the quality and frequency of online events. In light of this, as well as the pivotal...
Shake, Shake, Shake, a benefit concert, returned for a third year at The Imperial in Vancouver. On May 25th, guests enjoyed performances by Khari Wendell McClelland, Dawn Pemberton and Emily Chambers. VIP attendees were treated to an exclusive...
In 2017, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC), in partnership with the Parkinson's Foundation, made Aware in Care kits available to British Columbians affected by Parkinson's disease (PD). These kits can be used as tools to help people with Parkinson's and...
