Enjoy a Comfortable Summer with MS
Summer in New Zealand is a season of sunshine, beaches, and family gatherings. For those living with MS, it can also bring unique challenges, especially when the temperatures rise. Heat doesn’t cause harm, but it can make symptoms worsen, leaving you feeling drained just when you want to enjoy the festivities. With a little planning […]
Wholesome Smiles: Wellington’s First Mobile Oral Health Service
Accessing dental care can be challenging for people living with mobility limitations, chronic conditions, or fatigue. For many, the stress and physical demands of visiting a traditional clinic can lead to missed appointments and declining oral health. That’s why Wholesome Smiles is changing the game in Wellington. Meet Tia – Bringing Care to Your Door […]
Defying MS in Cambodia: Roxy’s Ride for MS Journey
“MS doesn’t quit, so neither do we.” I spent most of 2025 planning, fundraising, and training for Ride for MS in Cambodia. Cambodia had been on my travel wish list for years, and when the chance came to bike through this incredible country while supporting Multiple Sclerosis NZ and MS South Canterbury, I jumped […]
Subcutaneous Ocrelizumab update.
From 1 December 2025, a new way of receiving ocrelizumab treatment will be available in Aotearoa New Zealand. Alongside the current intravenous (IV) infusion, people with MS will soon have the option of a subcutaneous (under-the-skin) injection. The subcutaneous formulation contains the same medication as the IV infusion but is delivered differently. For some, this […]
Multiple Sclerosis NZ Endorses MS Get a Head Start: A Game-Changer for People Living with Multiple Sclerosis
Change in exercise prescription for people with MS is overdue and Multiple Sclerosis NZ is proud to lead the way by endorsing the MS Get a Head Start (MS GHS) programmes. Why This Matters Research has made it clear: exercise isn’t just beneficial for people with multiple sclerosis (MS), it’s disease-modifying. Yet 80% of people […]