Viewpoints

Empower the Parkinson’s community in British Columbia by providing resources and services to enable self-management, self-reliance, and self-advocacy.
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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Viewpoints: Spring 2020

Viewpoints: Spring 2020

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...

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Viewpoints: Winter 2019

Viewpoints: Winter 2019

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...

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Viewpoints: Fall 2019

Viewpoints: Fall 2019

In the Fall 2019 issue of Viewpoints, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) highlights efforts to expand educational resources and increase access to healthcare professionals based on a recent community needs survey. This issue features an "Ask the Expert" section...

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Viewpoints: Summer 2019

Viewpoints: Summer 2019

The Summer 2019 issue of Viewpoints focuses on the mental health challenges faced by individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD), highlighting common issues like depression, anxiety, and apathy, and the importance of addressing these alongside physical symptoms. This...

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Viewpoints: Spring 2019

Viewpoints: Spring 2019

The Spring 2019 edition of Viewpoints celebrates Parkinson Society British Columbia’s (PSBC) 50th anniversary, spotlighting its history and contributions to the Parkinson’s community. A key focus is research, featuring Professor Frédéric Calon’s study on the...

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