Seven tips to get you through lockdown with MS
It’s day two of the lockdown, and most people are still trying to figure out what the next four weeks will look like. Plus, we are experiencing a whole range of emotions. Many of us are likely experiencing anxiety, for fear of catching coronavirus (COVID-19). Some are settling in, happy for the excuse to binge-watch […]
We’re still here and we’re here for you!
Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand (MSNZ) recognises that this will be a very unsettling time for people with Multiple Sclerosis and their support networks. MSNZ has put in place measures to continue to provide information services over this period. For many, Multiple Sclerosis can often be an isolating condition, and having community and peer support helps […]
Alert Level 2 – Advice for people with Multiple Sclerosis
On Saturday 21 March, 2020, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, announced New Zealand has moved into Alert Level 2 with recorded cases of community transmission of COVID-19. Level 2 recommends that people over 70, or those with underlying respiratory conditions or compromised immune systems should stay at home. Multiple Sclerosis NZ has sought specialist advice regarding […]
Staying active at home
Regular exercise is critical for maintaining good mental and physical health. However, the coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown means that unless you’ve got a gym at home, many of us will struggle to keep our normal fitness regime. Without exercise, quarantine and self-isolation can leave us feeling down, agitated and fatigued. We have found some resources for […]
Preparing for a Pandemic
For us in New Zealand, it seems that the threat of coronavirus (COVID-19) has suddenly become very real. It’s easy to be caught off guard and unprepared – the pantry not quite full enough to last more than a few days. Unpreparedness is a problem when self-isolation or quarantine may be needed to protect your […]