Parkinson Society Canada, in partnership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, has created a new Physical Activity and Parkinson’s Disease tip sheet that explains why aerobic, strengthening, flexibility and balance activities are important in Parkinson’s and gives examples of activities within each category. It also includes a handy log to help you stay on track with … Read more

Parkinson Society Canada is hosting an hour-long free webinar on Cognitive Impairment and Parkinson’s disease, on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at 1 p.m. EST. In recent years, research has identified cognitive changes, such as dementia, depression and psychiatric symptoms, as part of the progression of Parkinson’s disease. This webinar provides an opportunity for both people … Read more

(An article on a similar topic was submitted to the Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists) Angela Roberts-South, Speech-Language Pathologist National Parkinson Foundation Centre of Excellence, London Health Sciences Centre PhD Student, School of Communication Sciences and Disorders University of Western Ontario London, Ontario Traditionally the role of exercise has fallen under the realms of … Read more

New Handbook reveals the non-motor side Toronto, March 21, 2012 – People with Parkinson’s disease have a new tool to help them identify the non-motor symptoms they are experiencing with their Parkinson’s disease. A Guide to the Non-Motor Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease, the first of its kind in Canada, is a user-friendly, educational booklet, designed … Read more

By Joyce Barretto and Yvon Trepanier, Co-Chairs, National Advocacy Committee Brain Awareness Month – March 2012 Joyce Barretto For Brain Awareness Month, an announcement recognizing March as Brain Awareness Month was read in the House of Commons, Senate and the Ontario legislature. A Brain Awareness information package was sent to all members of Parliament, senators, … Read more

For a look at projects currently funded under Parkinson Society Canada’s National Research Program in the areas of causes of Parkinson’s complications of Parkinson’s cognitive impairment and Parkinson’s biomarkers neuroprotection quality of life clinical fellowships that enable medical specialists, neurologists and neurosurgeons to acquire specialized expertise in Parkinson’s and other movement disorders See Research Highlights … Read more

Reprinted from the Media Planet Supplement in the National Post, March 22, 2012. Parkinson’s disease affects over 100,000 Canadians. They all want a cure. But, in the meantime, they want to live the best lives possible with their disease. Research is likely the quickest way to get there. Improving mobility With symptoms such as tremor, … Read more

Montreal is the place to be on October 1-4, 2013 when Parkinson Society Canada welcomes the international Parkinson’s community to World Parkinson Congress 2013. The World Parkinson Congress (WPC) is the only global Parkinson’s conference that brings together the entire Parkinson’s community – people with Parkinson’s disease, those who care for them, medical and health … Read more