MSNZ writes to the Minister of Health regarding Health Workforce Crisis
Multiple Sclerosis NZ has written this week to the Minister of Health, Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall, regarding a disturbing report that the application, by the Otago Medical School to increase training places by 18, had been declined by the Government. A well-resourced and supported clinical workforce is a key determinant to the health of New […]
Bangers to Bluff 21st March – 1st April 2023
MSNZ is delighted to have been chosen again as one of the two masthead charities for Bangers to Bluff 2023, a 12-day car rally, organised by the Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay (Inc) in Auckland. This annual charity event supports not only MSNZ but also Hopeworks Foundation, (a charity assisting people and families coping with brain trauma […]
MSOC Study – now recruiting
Lifestyle factors are known to affect the progression of multiple sclerosis (MS). The Multiple Sclerosis Online Course (MSOC) has been developed to deliver a widely accessible and user-friendly educational tool regarding modification of lifestyle related risk factors for people with MS. The intervention consists of arms: 1. An MS Online intervention course based delivering evidence-based information regarding […]
Caring for the carers: the impact of MS on families
Multiple Sclerosis (MS), is a chronic, progressive condition that causes a host of symptoms, including vision loss, pain, fatigue, cognitive changes and impaired coordination. Many MS symptoms are unseen. The impact of MS on those diagnosed is life-changing and relentless. But what is often less considered, is the impact on family carers, many of whom […]
Neurology Research Review – Issue 81
Issue 81 of the Neurology Research Review provides a special focus on Multiple Sclerosis. Download Neurology_Research_Review_Issue_81 by Dr. Jennifer Pereira. In this issue, a post hoc analysis of the ASCLEPIOS I and II trials supports the consideration of ofatumumab as a first line therapy in recently diagnosed treatment-naïve pwMS, the SWEDISH RIFUND-MS study provides evidence […]
MS Voice Newsletter – January 2023
In our January 2023 edition of MS Voice we introduce you to our team for Bangers to Bluff 2023, how to manage your MS symptoms when things heat up and we spill the beans on the exciting location for Oceans of Hope challenge! We also tell you how you can support our fundraising efforts with […]