Every year, indviduals and organizations around the world recognize April 11 as World Parkinson's Day. April 11th marks the birthday of Dr. James Parkinson, the British physician who wrote An Essay on the Shaking Palsy, the first paper to describe Parkinson's disease in detail. Around the world, today is an opportunity for the Parkinson's community to celebrate our victories while drawing attention to improved care and conditions for people living with the disease.
How to take part in World Parkinson's Day in British Columbia
- Tune in to a radio interview with Philip Konrad, active member of the Parkinson's community, on CKBX Country 840 near 100 Mile House at 8:05am.
- Listen to Boomer Life on CISL 650 at 6:00pm to hear Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) CEO Jean Blake, Dr. Martin McKeown BEng, MD, FRCP(C), Laurie K Mischley, ND PhD MPH, and Richard Mayede (PSBC board member & person with Parkinson's) participate in a fascinating panel discussion.
- Participate in #UniteForParkinsons on social media.
- Share Parkinson Society British Columbia's awareness campaign, This is Parkinson's, with your networks.
- After dusk, the Sails of Light at Canada Place as well as Science World in Vancouver will light up in PSBC colours. Visit these popular landmarks, take a picture, and share them to help raise awareness about Parkinson's disease in British Columbia.
- Consider bidding in our spring online auction, which opens today!
- Register for Parkinson SuperWalk in September to help raise funds for critical programs and services.
- Join our pre-election advocacy campaign and strengthen the voice of the Parkinson's community! Learn more here.