Parkinson's Disease /infoneuro/taxonomy/term/37/all en Parkinson Awareness Month /infoneuro/channels/news/parkinson-awareness-month-356882 <p>As part of Parkinson's disease Awareness Month, we’re highlighting information resources on Parkinson's disease.</p> <p>One of the most consulted topics by patients who visit The Neuro-Patient Resource Centre is about driving. It’s a topic that brings up a lot of questions and uncertainties.</p> <p>The resource we use regularly is the @Parkinson Quebec web page, a reliable source that addresses common concerns such as:</p> Fri, 19 Apr 2024 13:43:17 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1746 at /infoneuro More Than Fun & Games: Leisure Activities & Parkinson’s /infoneuro/channels/event/more-fun-games-leisure-activities-parkinsons-355308 <p>Join Parkinson Canada's webinar on <strong>Wednesday, February 21 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM Eastern Time</strong> as Recreation Therapist Kathy Park explains the importance of an active leisure lifestyle.</p> Thu, 08 Feb 2024 19:04:04 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1713 at /infoneuro Parkinson Foundation - Mindfulness Mondays /infoneuro/channels/event/parkinson-foundation-mindfulness-mondays-349065 <p>"Start your week with calmness, as you take part in guided relaxation techniques to help boost brain power and reduce stress." (Source: <a href="https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/online-education/pdhealth#mm">Parkinson Foundation</a>)</p> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:29:33 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1548 at /infoneuro Parkinson Foundation - Live Fitness Fridays /infoneuro/channels/event/parkinson-foundation-live-fitness-fridays-349066 <p>''Get moving with our PD-tailored fitness videos that feature a different focus every week, from balance to coordination and more.</p> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:35:42 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1549 at /infoneuro Parkinson Canada: C-OPN Updates Towards Accelerating Research /infoneuro/channels/event/parkinson-canada-c-opn-updates-towards-accelerating-research-349385 <p>"We invite you to join us on Wednesday, August 16 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM Eastern as Dr. Oury Monchi, the Director of C-OPN, shares an overview of C-OPN’s growth and the network’s vision for the future.</p> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 17:57:24 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1571 at /infoneuro Parkinson Foundation - Young-Onset Parkinson’s Disease: Caring for Others /infoneuro/channels/event/parkinson-foundation-young-onset-parkinsons-disease-caring-others-349071 <p>"How do you find harmony in juggling it all? Caring for your parent or family member or your children, plus all the things going on in your life.</p> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:53:53 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1551 at /infoneuro Parkinson Foundation - Wellness Wednesdays /infoneuro/channels/event/parkinson-foundation-wellness-wednesdays-349068 <p>"Experts guide us through Parkinson’s topics that matter most to you in these weekly webinars." (Source: <a href="https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/online-education/pdhealth#ww">Parkinson Foundation</a>)</p> <p>Weekly sessions:</p> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:49:23 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1550 at /infoneuro Parkinson Canada - Simplifying Daily Living with Gizmos, Gadgets & More /infoneuro/channels/event/parkinson-canada-simplifying-daily-living-gizmos-gadgets-more-348662 <p>"For someone with Parkinson’s, daily life can be fraught with obstacles and frustration.</p> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 19:42:49 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1503 at /infoneuro Moving forward with purpose: What’s in store for Parkinson Canada in 2023 and beyond /infoneuro/channels/event/moving-forward-purpose-whats-store-parkinson-canada-2023-and-beyond-347996 <p>"New to the Parkinson’s community in Canada? Or maybe you’ve simply never connected with Parkinson Canada before? Perhaps it’s been a few years since you last connected with us, and you’re looking for a re-introduction?</p> Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:00:45 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1457 at /infoneuro Parkinson's Update 2023 Moving Forward Together! Forum /infoneuro/channels/event/parkinsons-update-2023-moving-forward-together-forum-347993 <p>"On May 26<sup>th</sup>, the Parkinson Research Consortium, Parkinson Canada, and the uOttawa Brain and Mind Research Institute are pleased to invite you to attend “Parkinson’s Update 2023: Moving Forward Together!”</p> Mon, 24 Apr 2023 14:36:00 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1453 at /infoneuro Sexuality, Intimacy and Parkinson’s /infoneuro/channels/event/sexuality-intimacy-and-parkinsons-347607 <p>During this webinar, "<strong>Dr. Sheila Silver</strong> will discuss: </p> Wed, 05 Apr 2023 14:40:53 +0000 amber.perry-marinov@mcgill.ca 1433 at /infoneuro Démystifier la vie en résidence pour personnes âgées (webinar in French only) /infoneuro/channels/event/demystifier-la-vie-en-residence-pour-personnes-agees-webinar-french-only-341664 &;;&;;&;;/&;; Fri, 09 Sep 2022 18:37:25 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1313 at /infoneuro Mieux comprendre la démence associée à la maladie de Parkinson (présenté en français seulement) /infoneuro/channels/event/mieux-comprendre-la-demence-associee-la-maladie-de-parkinson-presente-en-francais-seulement-341633 &;;&;;&;;/&;; <p>Virtual conference presented by Dr. Madeleine Sharp. <a href="https://parkinsonmontreallaval.ca/events/conference-madeleine-sharp/"><strong>Click here </strong></a>for more information and how to register.</p> Fri, 09 Sep 2022 16:51:31 +0000 sabrina.burr@mail.mcgill.ca 1305 at /infoneuro