MS in the Media

Media releases are official communications from Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand (MSNZ) to journalists, news outlets, and the public. They provide timely updates on MSNZ’s advocacy, research, events, and other key developments relevant to the MS community in New Zealand.

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Multiple Sclerosis NZ Media Releases

MS Awareness Week highlights critical treatment window

New report calls for major change to Pharmac’s funding model

Relief over Pharmac decision to fund first-ever treatment for debilitating form of multiple sclerosis

Nationwide petition launched to fight “shocking” lack of fair support for carers

Multiple Sclerosis NZ in the Media

2025

MS injection shrinks treatment time to 10 minutes – 2 December 2025 – NZ Herald interviews Sophie Wilson

Mum with MS takes on worlds toughest adventure challenge – 27 November 2025 – Stuff

Ocrevus Subcut to be Funded by Pharmac – 13th November 2025 – Breakfast TV

Visiting MS Communities in New Zealand and Australia – 30th September 2025 – MSIF

Milestone Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Set to Ease Strain on NZ Hospitals – 4 May 2025 – RNZ

Critical Shortage of Neurologists as Multiple Sclerosis Cases Rise – 30th May – RNZ

Multiple Sclerosis Prevalence on the Sharp Increase – 30th May – University of Auckland

MS Diagnosis Surges 67% in NZ: Maori Disparities Highlight Urgent Need for Neurological Care Investment – 4th June 2025 – Neil Woodhams Interview on Waatea News

MS Prevalence in New Zealand Rose by One Third from 2006-2022: Study – 5th June 2025 – Multiple Sclerosis News Today

New Scan Method Offers Hope of Better MS Management – 12th September 2025 – NZ Herald

Diagnosed at 26, Pāpāmoa Mother Shows How Time Matters in MS – 15th September 2025 – NZ Herald

Pharmac Proposal to Fund 5 New Treatments – 24th September 2025 – Beehive NZ Government

2024

Bangers to Bluff Fundraising Adventure – 20 February 2024 – Stuff

Bangers to Bluff and Graham Walker interview – 28 February 2024 – More FM Taranaki

On the Road for Good: Banger to Bluff’s Journey for MS – 7 April 2024 – WhatsOnInvers

2023

Cannabis oral spray nabiximols found to ease spasticity in MS – 23 May 2023 – Multiple Sclerosis News Today

Pharmacists: A crucial team player in the MS puzzle – 3 July 2023 – Pharmacy Guild of New Zealand

Phil Yeoman shares what he’s learned in 28 years of living with MS – 5 September 2023 – Rotorua Daily Post

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