This month, the World Parkinson Coalition announced the World Parkinson Congress (WPC) 2019 ambassadors. Ambassadors are all living with Parkinson's disease (PD), have attended at least one past WPC and wish to help others experience this event. They will work as part...
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) advocates for improved awareness and treatment options for the Parkinson's community in British Columbia. One element of our advocacy plan is expansion of the Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) program. DBS is a surgery that may be...
Every year in British Columbia there are hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of wildfires (also called forest fires). The smoke from these fires effects air quality and often contains fine particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs (Environment and Climate Change...
A new research interest of Pacific Parkinson's Research Centre (PPRC) Researchers at the University of British Columbia are recruiting patients with typical PD and healthy controls, between the ages of 40-80, who are interested in participating in research in...
For many with Parkinson’s disease, dopamine agonists are effective in managing motor symptoms like tremors and stiffness. However, for up to 20% of patients, these drugs can trigger harmful impulsive behaviors, such as compulsive gambling, leading to financial and emotional crises. Neuroscientist Catharine Winstanley is studying the role of the protein GSK3beta, linked to impulse control issues in patients taking these drugs.
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) is pleased to announce the prize for the Parkinson SuperWalk BC SuperStar Walker Draw. Any BC walker who raises $1,000 or more will be entered in a draw to win a 5-day, 4-night guided fishing trip for 2 on BC's beautiful...
In the Summer 2017 issue of Viewpoints, research highlights include Dr. Catharine Winstanley’s investigation into the link between dopamine agonists and impulse control issues in Parkinson’s patients. Dr. Winstanley aims to use existing medications like lithium to...
As of May 25, 2017, you can now donate your Shoppers Optimum Points™to Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC). By donating some (or all) of your Shoppers Optimum Points™ to PSBC, you are making it possible for us to use your points at Shoppers Drug...
Congratulations to Ralph Ayers of Kelowna, BC, who won the Parkinson SuperWalk Race to Register incentive on June 9, 2017! Ralph was one of the British Columbians who registered online for SuperWalk before Friday, June 9 in addition to raising $200 online. His name...
