Press Release: Multiple Sclerosis NZ urges New Zealanders to boost their MS knowledge with free global online course
Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand (MSNZ) is calling on healthcare professionals, people affected by multiple sclerosis (MS), and the wider community to register for a free online course launched by the MS International Federation (MSIF) ahead of World MS Day on 30 May 2026. The course, ‘MS Symptoms and Diagnosis’, is a special World MS Day […]
Press Release: Pedal with Purpose – Ride for MS 2025 to Support New Zealanders Living with Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand (MSNZ) invites you to take part in an unforgettable fundraising journey. We are proud to partner with Inspired Adventures for Ride for MS 2025, an extraordinary opportunity for New Zealanders to explore the wonders of Cambodia while raising vital funds to support people living with multiple sclerosis in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Taking […]
Press Release: Critical shortage of Neurologists as Multiple Sclerosis Cases Rise
Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand is calling for more governmental investment in specialist neurologists, clinical nurse specialists and allied healthcare workers to better diagnose and treat the growing numbers of people in Aotearoa New Zealand with multiple sclerosis (MS). Today’s call – on World MS Day – follows a recent study undertaken by eight leading New Zealand […]
Press Release: Pharmac Funding Stalemate for “Life-Changing” Multiple Sclerosis Drugs
There are calls for Pharmac to “quit stalling” and fund four affordable treatments to significantly improve quality of life for patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in New Zealand – treatments which would also significantly reduce demand on New Zealand’s stretched health system. Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand (MSNZ) is drawing attention to its fight to have […]
Press Release: Driving Endurance and Support for Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 20th March 2025 The Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay is revving up for the much-anticipated 2025 Bangers to Bluff rally, now in its ninth year. This exhilarating automotive charity event stands as a beacon of hope and support for New Zealanders living with multiple sclerosis (MS). From 25th March to 5th […]
Media Release: New report calls for major change to Pharmac’s funding model
Pharmac’s decision-making process for funding drugs in Aotearoa New Zealand is in need of a major overhaul – according to a new independent report. The Milne Report, commissioned by Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand (MSNZ), says its time Pharmac based its funding decisions not just on the cost of a drug or medical device, but on […]
Press Release: Access to Life-Changing MS Drug “snatched away” Due to Staff Shortages
A celebrated Pharmac decision late last year to fund a vital drug for many Multiple Sclerosis patients has fallen flat – with dozens being turned away for treatment due to severely stretched resources across a number of services. Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand (MSNZ) says one particular Health New Zealand (HNZ) region – Canterbury Waitaha – […]
Press Release: A Journey of Endurance and Support for MS New Zealand
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 25th March 2024 Bangers to Bluff 2024: A Journey of Endurance and Support for MS New Zealand Bangers to Bluff®, the Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay’s annual automotive charity event, is gearing up for its highly anticipated 2024 rally. Now in its 8th year, this year’s event promises to be an […]