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Viewpoints: Summer 2022

Viewpoints: Summer 2022

In the Summer 2022 edition of Viewpoints, Dr. Jean-Francois Nankoo explores the potential of cerebellar transcranial ultrasound stimulation to alleviate freezing of gait in people with Parkinson's. Additionally, Dr. Omesh Kulkarni offers advice on maximizing neurology...

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Viewpoints: Spring 2022

Viewpoints: Spring 2022

In the Spring 2022 edition of Viewpoints, Dr. Andrew Howard discusses problematic anxiety in people with Parkinson's and offers insights into managing this common non-motor symptom. Additionally, we explore options for hiring private care as Parkinson's progresses,...

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Viewpoints: Winter 2021

Viewpoints: Winter 2021

In the Winter 2021 issue of Viewpoints, Dr. Brenda Lau discusses the causes of pain in Parkinson's disease, treatment options, and how carepartners can provide support. This edition also highlights a palliative approach to Parkinson’s care, shares the totals from the...

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Viewpoints: Fall 2021

Viewpoints: Fall 2021

In the Fall 2021 edition of Viewpoints, Dr. Matthew Krause introduces his research on non-invasive Transcranial Deep Brain Stimulation, which could provide the benefits of DBS without surgery. This issue also includes insights from neuro physiotherapist Shelly Yu on...

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Viewpoints: Summer 2021

Viewpoints: Summer 2021

In the Summer 2021 edition of Viewpoints, Dr. Silke Appel-Cresswell shares her groundbreaking research on the gut microbiome and its potential as a screening tool for Parkinson’s. This issue also features Dr. Naaz Parmar’s insights on dementia in people with...

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Viewpoints: Spring 2021

Viewpoints: Spring 2021

In the Spring 2021 edition of Viewpoints, Dr. Deepa Dash discusses efforts to establish an Integrated Parkinson’s Care Network to support those in the intermediate stages of Parkinson’s. This issue also features insights from Dr. Jason Valerio on sleep dysfunction, an...

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Viewpoints: Winter 2020

Viewpoints: Winter 2020

In the Winter 2020 issue of Viewpoints, Dr. Brenda Lau discusses common concerns regarding intimacy and sexual health in Parkinson's disease, including how both physical and emotional factors can impact relationships. This edition also highlights Shelley Schreyer's...

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Viewpoints: Fall 2020

Viewpoints: Fall 2020

In the Fall 2020 issue of Viewpoints, Courtney Doherty, a clinical counsellor with Parkinson Society BC, offers advice on managing stress for both people with Parkinson’s and their carepartners. This edition also covers respite options during COVID-19 for carepartners...

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Viewpoints: Summer 2020

Viewpoints: Summer 2020

In the Summer 2020 issue of Viewpoints, Dr. Matthew Sacheli discusses how exercise enhances neuroplasticity and improves brain function for people with Parkinson's. He shares research on how regular exercise increases dopamine release in the brain, aiding motor...

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