Within every brain cell, proteins are constantly moving from one compartment to another. As new proteins are produced, others are degraded or recycled – an internal traffic system designed to keep the neurons healthy and ensure the body functions properly. If one or more proteins within those cells malfunction, however, the whole system can break … Read more
Have you ever dropped a pebble into a pond? When the stone hits the surface of the water, you see ripple after ripple spreading out from the point of impact. Did you know that your legacy could be like that? Properly prepared, your Will can create a ripple effect of goodness and generosity to the … Read more
Clinician scientist Dr. Michael Schlossmacher and PhD candidate Anita Abeyesekera are both working to improve the lives of people living with Parkinson’s and add to our knowledge towards an intervention that will one day allow us to stop it. Whether they are established experts, or just beginning their careers, Parkinson’s researchers count on funding from … Read more
Abid Oueslati’s fascination with the brain began as part of his initial experiences with scientific research in France. Later, while pursuing post-doctoral studies in Switzerland, he began to tackle Parkinson’s disease as a bio-molecular puzzle whose solution could improve the lives of patients around the world. One molecule in particular captured his imagination: the intricate … Read more
A donation of publicly traded stock or securities is one of the easiest and most effective ways you can support Parkinson Canada. These types of gifts are a win-win opportunity for donors because they eliminate capital gains taxes and support Parkinson Canada with an influx of capital that can be used to increase funding for … Read more
Whether you are a person living with Parkinson’s looking for details about an upcoming education event in your community, or a caregiver looking for advice to help a family member, or you are newly diagnosed and seeking credible information about the disease and treatments, you’ll want to visit Parkinson Canada’s new website, launched this week. … Read more
Four years ago at the age of 36, Natasha McCarthy of PEI was surprisingly relieved to find out she had young onset Parkinson’s disease (YOPD). It took 15 months for her doctor and specialist in New Brunswick to make the diagnosis. At the time, she was working fulltime, her daughters were five- and two- years- … Read more
Although most of us take it for granted, turning while we walk is a complicated job. Our brains must calculate where to place our feet, and how to adjust and maintain our balance when we shift direction – all in a split second. For some people with Parkinson’s disease, turning often results in freezing. Without … Read more