Identical twin brothers Jim and Pat Smerdon enjoyed a childhood rich with shared adventure, discovery, and the types of playful jokes one can only get away with as a twin. “We were known to have switched classes in school to play tricks on unsuspecting teachers,” Pat...
Until a few years ago, Catherine Pezarro was a career person with a highly active lifestyle. She enjoyed a variety of activities, from regular running, skiing, and yoga sessions, to trying sports like tennis and figure skating. Summer days were spent cycling and...
Researchers at the University of British Columbia are developing a wearable device to help Parkinson’s disease patients manage their L-dopa medication more effectively. The study, led by Dr. Martin McKeown, uses the Empatica EmbracePlus wristband, which tracks physiological data such as heart rate and skin temperature, to predict when a patient’s medication is wearing off. This personalized approach aims to alert patients to take their next dose before symptoms appear, improving medication timing and overall quality of life.
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Joanne Baker (PhD) as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO),
In response to the discontinuation of Movapo, an essential medication for managing hypomobility in advanced Parkinson’s disease, Canadians now have access to an alternative treatment option. APO-go® PEN, containing the ingredient apomorphine hydrochloride, has been...
In the Spring edition of Viewpoints, British Columbia's newly-appointed Deep Brain Stimulation neurosurgeon, Dr. Stefan Lang, discusses this lifechanging treatment for people with Parkinson's disease (PD).Additionally, April is Parkinson's Awareness Month. This is an...
As we reflect on the past year, we are both proud and inspired by the progress we have achieved together for the Parkinson’s community in British Columbia.
Retired couple Donna Connolly and Richard Wageman became involved in the Parkinson’s community after Richard’s brother, Bob, was diagnosed with the disease in 2013. He had developed a tremor in his hands, leading him to retire from his dental practice. “Bob has always...
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) is calling for nominations to honor individuals within the Parkinson's community who actively engage in volunteer opportunities with the organization. These dedicated individuals lead, facilitate, or support various PSBC...
