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A New Test Could Detect Parkinson’s Before Symptoms Appear
Researchers announced results from the largest study yet of a new test to detect Parkinson’s — it confirmed that the test was accurate, even for

Research Testimonial from Dr. Darren Clark
I received Parkinson Alberta funding in 2019- a pivotal time in my postdoctoral career at the University of Calgary. I had just completed a three-year

National Care Giver Day – A Care Partner’s Perspective
Today is National Care Giver Day, celebrated across Canada! Caring for another human is one of the most incredible acts of love there is. Fading

Double your Impact this April!
Make your donation this Parkinson Awareness Month go twice as far! Thanks to the generosity of our good friend and community-member Roger Dootson, all donations will be

10 Tips for a Healthy Winter with Parkinson’s Disease
Whether you’re traveling for winter holidays or staying warm at home, the season can bring along plenty of fun with family and friends but some

Research testimonial from Dr. Jennifer Andrews
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) involves the electrical stimulation of the brain through surgically implanted electrodes. It is a very effective treatment for people with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) and can improve both motor function and quality of life compared to medication alone in properly selected patients.

2020 Annual General Meeting
The 2020 Annual General Meeting of Parkinson Association of Alberta took place on Saturday, May 29, 2021 via Zoom.