MSNA 2025 Conference: Weaving Knowledge, Strengthening Connections
Auckland recently hosted the MS Nurses Australasia (MSNA) 2025 Conference, bringing together MS nurses, clinicians, and researchers from across Australasia. MSNZ’s Clinical Lead, Rachael Hofmann attended and shares the below highlights and learnings with us. Under the theme “Weaving Knowledge – Strengthening Connections,” the 3-day event celebrated collaboration, shared learning, and the growing leadership role […]
Spread the Word: Early Symptoms of MS and the Importance of Early Intervention
At MSNZ, we believe that knowledge is power. Reflecting on our “Time Matters in MS,” September 2024 Awareness Week Campaign, we want to encourage our community to play a vital role in spreading awareness about multiple sclerosis (MS). One of the most effective ways to do this is by sharing information with your General Practitioner […]
Recognising an MS Relapse
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a long-term, progressive neurological disease. The cornerstone of any long-term condition is optimal and proactive management. Ongoing monitoring for treatment efficacy and signs of progression is important to minimise long-term disability in MS. In an ideal world, all patients with MS would be closely monitored by specialist MS healthcare providers and […]
Multiple Sclerosis Online Course – New Dates for 2023
Due to popular demand, new course dates have been added for 2023. The next commencement date is 24th July 2023. If you have diagnosed MS and seek evidence-based information about MS & lifestyle, join this free & flexible 6-week online course dedicated to increasing knowledge & improving health/wellbeing of people living with MS around the […]
ECTRIMS 2022 Conference
The 38th Congress of the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ECTRIMS) took place in Amsterdam from 26th to 28th October, and was attended by Dr. John. Mottershead online. The programme included Scientific Sessions, Hot Topics and Meet the Experts, as well as live discussions between the international faculty and participants at […]
Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand Research Trust 2022 Webinar Series
The New Zealand Multiple Sclerosis Research Trust have announced the details for their annual webinar series. Registration for their 1st webinar is now open, and can be booked via Event Bright: Celebrating NZ Multiple Sclerosis Researchers Tickets, Sat 03/09/2022 at 9:30 am | Eventbrite Webinar 1 – Celebrating NZ Researchers Booking can be made […]
Menzies Understanding MS Course – Registration Open
Learn more about multiple sclerosis with Understanding MS, a FREE online course for everyone. Enrolments for September are now open, sign up and find out more about the new and updated content here: https://ms.mooc.utas.edu.au/ Course Outline ‘Understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS)’ is a free online course that aims to improve understanding and awareness of MS. Members […]
The Multiple Sclerosis Online Course (MSOC)
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 […]
Tips on Stress and MS
I have multiple sclerosis (MS), and I know that when I get stressed, I feel more unwell. Stress makes MS symptoms worse in my own body. It is interesting to note that studies show that the better you cope with stress, the fewer attacks you’re likely to have. Why would stress be so connected to […]
The Good Service Project
“Is it reasonable to wait four months for my neurology referral or MRI?” It’s a surprisingly common question, and that worries us. We regularly receive calls from distressed people experiencing multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms for the first time or in the throes of relapse. These people often feel helpless to speed up the medical attention […]