As of February 2023, Parkinson Society BC's exercise programs will be promoted with an assigned level of difficulty. This allows individuals to select a program that aligns with their current fitness level and ability. The levels will range from low to high intensity,...
The holidays are often looked at the season of giving, and as such, the potential exposure to fraud and scams may increase. A common type of scam involves scammers taking advantage of people's generosity and kindness by asking for donations to a fake charity or by...
We are currently conducting a survey of those affected by Parkinson's disease (PD) in BC. The feedback from this anonymous survey will serve as a guide for us in determining priorities for the future of our programs, services, and advocacy efforts. We appreciate...
This year, Parkinson Society BC (PSBC) is looking to produce holiday cards, as a part of a fundraiser for the organization, featuring art from those with a close connection to the Parkinson's community. Selected works will be printed on cards as a set, and made...
Parkinson Society BC is running two PD Warrior instructor training courses for healthcare professionals on September 17 in Vancouver and September 18 in Kelowna. PD Warrior is an evidence-based, neuro-active exercise approach designed to improve function, quality of...
Kynmobi® (apomorphine hydrochloride) is a prescription sublingual film (placed under the tongue) used to treat short-term (acute), intermittent “off” episodes in people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). As of June 27, 2022, BC PharmaCare's Special...
Vancouver, BC – July 27, 2022 – Parkinson Society BC (PSBC) is pleased to announce that the BC Ministry of Health has moved forward on their February 5, 2019 commitment to recruit “an additional qualified neurosurgeon with sufficient experience in primary...
We're back for Parkinson SuperWalk in-person this summer, and we can't wait to see everyone after two years! Beginning the weekend of September 10 and 11, incredible British Columbians in more than 20 communities throughout the province will walk together to help give...
Join Larry Gifford, President of PD Avengers and host of the When Life Gives You Parkinson’s podcast, on July 25 from 4pm - 6pm for the Improv for Parkinson's Summit 2022! This interactive and informative free summit will teach audiences about improvisation's impact...
