MS: Busting the Myths
June 17, 2025 | Advocacy, Media, News
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 MS, they discuss the increase of over 2,000 more people that have been diagnosed since 2006 and why we are seeing more people being diagnosed. It was historically thought that Māori don’t get MS, but that is not the case. Everyone needs to be aware of the early signs and symptoms of MS like visual disturbances and fatigue and speak to their GP if they are concerned. You can learn more about possible early MS symptoms in our Awareness Campaign from 2024 here, and all MS symptoms here.