Award-winning photographer Alan Jacques has been involved in photography since 1972. By the end of the 1970s he was a part-time freelance photographer and a photography instructor. In 1991, Alan was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Rather than...
Join a motley crew of motorcycle and car enthusiasts who want to make a difference for the Parkinson's community in BC on Sunday, May 28, 2017. Participants will enjoy a relaxed and scenic ride or drive from Vancouver to Whistler on the beautiful Sea to Sky Highway....
April 23 - 29, 2017 is National Volunteer Week. As a member-based non-profit society, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) relies heavily on the contributions of dedicated volunteers. PSBC volunteers are diverse, coming from all walks of life, but are united by...
Parkinson Society BC is hosting a Spring Online Auction from April 11 to May 2, 2017. The original deadline of April 22 has been extended to May 2 to allow for further bidding. Dozens of exciting items are up for grabs, including a two night stay on a private...
Researchers studying Parkinson’s disease are exploring a new frontier: the role of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, in the body. Dr. Silke Appel-Cresswell, a neurologist at the University of British Columbia, focuses on early changes in the gut and olfactory system, which occur years before classic motor symptoms like tremors and stiffness appear.
Every year, indviduals and organizations around the world recognize April 11 as World Parkinson's Day. April 11th marks the birthday of Dr. James Parkinson, the British physician who wrote An Essay on the Shaking Palsy, the first paper to describe Parkinson's...
The 200th anniversary of James Parkinson's groundbreaking paper, "An Essay on the Shaking Palsy," prompts reflection on advancements in Parkinson’s disease (PD) and highlights the ongoing need for improved patient outcomes. In April 2017, for Parkinson’s Awareness...
In the Spring 2017 issue of Viewpoints, research highlights a study by Dr. Silke Appel-Cresswell investigating the role of gut fungi in relation to Parkinson’s disease, focusing on early changes in the olfactory system and microbiota, potentially leading to new...
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.
