MS: Busting the Myths
June 3, 2025 | MS Voice, News, Newsletter
In our World MS Day special edition, we sound the alarm on the worsening shortage of neurologists across the country, share a promising breakthrough for Progressive MS, shed light on MS prevalence gaps in Aotearoa and introduce you to Angus, […]
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 […]
The recent case reported by RNZ of a woman in Palmerston North who was unable to see a neurologist after experiencing a seizure is deeply concerning — and, unfortunately, not an isolated incident. With only two part-time neurologists currently employed […]
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 […]
May 30, 2025 | News, Press Release
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 – […]