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I May Have MS, But I am Lucky – Chris Lord’s Story

May 31, 2025 | Life with MS, My Story, News

Today is World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day. Seeing the reminder in my calendar pop up prompted a moment of reflection. It made me think about not just my experience (circa 2 years), but the experiences of over 4000 Kiwis who […]


Regular Kiwi Kid to Facing the Unknown: Angus’s Journey to Diagnosis

May 30, 2025 | Life with MS, My Story, News

I’m Angus, 35 years old, New Zealand European. I’m married to an incredible woman, and we have two beautiful kids. I grew up in Whangārei and moved to Wellington when I was eight. I’ve got one sister, and no history […]


Comorbidities and Multiple Sclerosis

May 28, 2025 | Life with MS, Media, News

Multiple sclerosis is a complex neurological condition, but it’s rarely the only health issue a person faces. In our recent GP Voice article, we highlight the critical role primary care plays in identifying and managing comorbidities that can significantly affect […]


Tolebrutinib – A New Era of MS Treatments Targeting Progression in Non-Relapsing MS

May 28, 2025 | Life with MS, News, Treatments, Uncategorised

Tolebrutinib is the first and only disease modifying therapy (DMT) showing positive signs of slowing progression in non-relapsing secondary progressive MS (SPMS). While current DMTs focus on dampening the inflammatory aspects of MS, this significant breakthrough heralds a potential new […]


Research Opportunity for Young Adults

May 26, 2025 | Life with MS, News, Research

Nikki Singh, a PhD candidate in the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, is conducting research into the lived experiences of young people with autoimmune diseases. Research summary: Nikki’s research explores how autoimmune diseases impact identity among young adults aged […]