Join me in challenging stigma, building awareness, and creating community for over 110,000 Canadians living with Parkinson’s.
Oct. 8th
1:00PM PDT
The Difference Between Discomfort & Pain in Parkinson’s
Pain is a common part of life with Parkinson’s disease. It is complex and can take many forms. In this webinar we will review the different types of pain, their causes and various treatment options. You will learn to recognize the difference between general discomfort and true pain and understand how to effectively communicate symptoms with healthcare professionals to improve both comfort and quality of life.
Oct. 8th
12:30 - 1:10 pm ET
Session 1
12:30-1:10 p.m. ET
Ask the Expert session with occupational therapist Roseleen John
Learn about activities of daily living, home safety, mobility, ways to maintain independence, and more.
Oct. 8th
2:30 -3:10 pm ET
Session 2
2:30-3:10 p.m. ET
Ask the Expert session with pharmacist Greta Mah
Learn about how medications work, side effects, medication management, and more
Oct. 15th
1:00PM ET
Improving Gait and Balance in Parkinson’s
Gait and balance issues are common challenges for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD), increasing the risk of falls and impacting mobility and independence. Join us as we cover the factors that contribute to gait and balance difficulties in PD, su
Oct. 16th
12:00PM ET
New Treatment Options for Progressing Parkinson's
After a few years of living with Parkinson’s disease, many people start to look for better medication options to manage their symptoms and “off” time. While there’s still a need for research into more effective treatments, there are new options available to treat progressing Parkinson’s. In this Third Thursdays Webinar, our expert panel will talk about medication management strategies, with a special focus on the two infusion pumps the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved within the last year.
Oct. 22nd
9:00AM MT
A Holistic Approach to Parkinsons, featuring Dr. Bastiaan Bloem
