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
Oct 1, 2021 | Viewpoints
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...
Viewpoints: Summer 2021
Jun 25, 2021 | Viewpoints
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...
Viewpoints: Spring 2021
Mar 29, 2021 | Viewpoints
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...
Viewpoints: Winter 2020
Dec 5, 2020 | Viewpoints
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...
Viewpoints: Fall 2020
Oct 1, 2020 | Viewpoints
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...
Viewpoints: Summer 2020
Jun 15, 2020 | Viewpoints
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...
Viewpoints: Spring 2020
Apr 1, 2020 | Viewpoints
In the Spring 2020 issue of Viewpoints, Judy Zhu discusses mindfulness and meditation for individuals with Parkinson’s, explaining its benefits and how to incorporate it into daily life. This edition also highlights various subsidized transportation options available...
Viewpoints: Winter 2019
Dec 1, 2019 | Viewpoints
In the Winter 2019 issue of Viewpoints, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) shares tips for managing holiday stress for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and their carepartners. This issue also highlights the release of the updated Canadian Guidelines for...









