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...
On Tuesday, May 23, 2017, at the Me-n-Ed's Charity Golf Tournament in Burnaby, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) staff drew the winner of the Champions for Parkinson's Raffle. The winner is Hendrika Brunke of Surrey, BC, who purchased her raffle ticket at a...
Due to an increase in demand, we will be extending the deadline for the purchase of Champions for Parkinson's raffle ticket until Friday, May 19 at 4:00pm. GRAND PRIZE: One round trip flight for two (2) to any regularly scheduled WestJet destination**Draw...
Edie Bijdemast is a retired Science and Biology teacher who is the primary caregiver for her mother Henny, aged 93. Like many others who are eventually diagnosed with Parkinson's disease (PD), the first symptom Henny demonstrated was increased anxiety, which...
We are pleased to to announce that due to the popularity of the Moving Forward, Together conference, and our desire to make this an accessible event for all, our early bird registration rates will remain in effect until registration closes. Rates are as follows:...
