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Parkinson Society British Columbia exists to address the personal and social consequences of Parkinson's disease through advocacy, education, community outreach, scientific research and public awareness.
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The following Medical Reference books can be borrowed from PSBC's library by members of the Society or may only be reviewed in the Society's office. Please contact us by phone or email.
 
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Comprehensive Nursing Care for Parkinson's Disease
Lisette K. Bunting-Perry and Gwyn M. Vernon. 2007.
Discusses current evidence-based standards of care, including management through DBS, palliative care for frail older adults with Parkinson's, medication management, non-motor complications and psychosocial issues, and complementary and alternative approaches.

Therapeutics of Parkinson's Disease and Other Movement Disorders
Mark Hallett and Werner Poewe. 2008.
Provides practical recommendations for every day clinical practice and a comprehensive update on therapies for Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders.

Parkinson's Disease
Manuchair Ebadi and Ronald F. Pfeiffer. 2005.
Covers the historical background, neuropathological and neurophysiological characteristics, epidemiological aspects, clinical features, current treatment approaches, and potential therapeutic methods.

Parkinsonism & Related Disorders: Official Journal of the WFN Research Group on Parkinsonism and Related Disorders. Volume 15, December 2009.

Parkinsonism & Related Disorders: Official Journal of the WFN Research Group on Parkinsonism and Related Disorders. Volume 16, February 2010.

Parkinson's Disease: Theory and Practice for Nurses
Lesley Swinn. 2005.
Delivers evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care for patients and families with Parkinson's disease. Discusses the common difficulties that are encountered in patients' day-to-day lives and gives practical advice on how the nurse can help and support patients and their families.
 
The Parkinson's Disease Treatment Book: Partnering with Your Doctor to Get the Most from Your Medications J. Eric Ahlskog. 2005
Ultimate guide to symptoms and treatment. Reliable, easy-to-grasp information on Parkinson's disease.
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