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Parkinson’s disease formulary updates

Parkinson’s disease formulary updates

There have been several updates to the Limited Coverage Drug Program for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.  Limited coverage drugs are not generally considered to be first-line therapies or there are more cost-effective alternatives. To be eligible for...

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7th Annual Chocolate & Beer Tasting

7th Annual Chocolate & Beer Tasting

Back for its 7th year, the annual Chocolate and Beer Tasting at Moody Ales is sure to satisfy the most sophisticated tastebuds. Explore small batch chocolates from Take a Fancy Chocolates paired with a brew from Moody Ales with flavourful and...

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Join the SuperWalk Donor Dash to win a two-night getaway!

Join the SuperWalk Donor Dash to win a two-night getaway!

This September, thousands of participants across the country will gather together for Parkinson SuperWalk. This event is meant to empower the Parkinson's community and celebrate its resilience. No matter what the challenges, together we can make a difference....

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SURVEY: MAO-B Inhibitor Use

SURVEY: MAO-B Inhibitor Use

If you've used Rasagiline (Azilect) or Selegline, we want your feedback. Safinamide (brand name Onstryv), which was approved in Europe in February 2015 and in the United States in March 2017, is indicated as an add-on therapy to a regimen that includes levodopa for...

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Survey Summary: Sinemet vs. Generic Drug Usage

Survey Summary: Sinemet vs. Generic Drug Usage

Parkinson Society BC (PSBC) recently conducted a survey with the intent of better understanding the patient’s perspective in achieving symptom control with brand name (Sinemet) vs. generic forms of levodopa. The following is a summary of the 521 responses received:...

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