Subcutaneous Ocrelizumab
Following Pharmac’s announcement that it will fund subcutaneous ocrelizumab for people with multiple sclerosis, MSNZ Vice-President and MS Taranaki President Graham Walker appeared on Breakfast TV to discuss what this decision means for him and the MS community. During the segment, the Medical Director of Roche New Zealand highlighted a key system benefit of the […]
Ocrelizumab Subcut – Overcoming Barriers to Access – Pharmac Opens Consultation for Funding
After strongly advocating to Pharmac since July 2024, Multiple Sclerosis NZ welcomes the announcement today that Pharmac is opening public consultation for the funding of subcutaneous Ocrelizumab (Ocrevus). This funding comes as part of a multi-medicine deal between Pharmac and Roche. Ocrevus Subcutaneous (SC) is delivered by injection under the skin rather than by intravenous […]
MS Diagnosis Jumps 67% in NZ, Exposing Māori Care Gaps
Neil Woodhams, President of Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand, joined Dale Husband on Waatea News to discuss the recent study which showed a 67% surge of MS diagnoses in New Zealand since 2006 and the Māori disparities that highlight the urgent need for Neurological care investment. Listen to their interview below: Alongside discussing the prevalence of […]
The Need is Urgent: Critical Shortage of Neurologists as MS 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 with MS in Aotearoa New Zealand. Listen to MSNZ National Manager, Amanda Rose, discuss the critical shortages of neurologists as multiple sclerosis cases rise, with […]
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 […]
Join Us On The Steps of Parliament
Breaking news – our banger will be on the steps of Parliament! MSNZ is working with the Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay NZ to have 6 bangers from Bangers to Bluff car rally (including ours) on the steps of parliament, to help bring awareness to the event and multiple sclerosis. We hope to meet […]
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 […]
MS in the News: Funded treatment for primary progressive multiple sclerosis
Te Pātaka Whaioranga – Pharmac has started a consultation today for widening access for two treatments; ocrelizumab (branded as Ocrevus) as the first funded treatment for primary progressive multiple sclerosis, and emicizumab (branded as Hemlibra) for the treatment of all people with severe haemophilia A. “We understand people living with these conditions are currently experiencing […]
‘Exhaustion and dread’ : Desperate carer calls for change
Speaking in support of the Carers Alliance petition, Maxine Hall, a carer for her husband with Multiple Sclerosis, speaks of her struggles and hopes that this campaign will at least raise awareness. View original article on Otago Daily Times: https://www.odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/exhaustion-and-dread-desperate-carer-calls-change A Mosgiel caregiver desperate for a break after averaging fewer than four days off […]
Media Release: Nationwide petition launched to fight “shocking” lack of fair support for carers
Media Release: Friday 5th June 2023 A powerful Alliance representing 56 national not-for-profits is demanding the Government stop “dragging its feet” to provide long overdue recognition and basic rights for the estimated one million largely unpaid New Zealanders struggling to care for whānau and loved ones. The Carers Alliance is now taking its fight to […]