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Ocrevus™ (ocrelizumab) for RRMS - Federal Government approves PBS listing
The Federal Government today announced the listing of Ocrevus ™ (ocrelizumab) for relapsing remitting MS (RRMS) on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).
In 2017, Ocrevus ™ was registered for use in Australia by the...
Medicinal Cannabis and Multiple Sclerosis – What does it all mean for me?
Considering the progress made in both legislation and availability of medicinal cannabis and its derived products over the last year, we would like to provide some guidance to anyone affected by MS to help in navigating this sticky subject.
Firstly, some background:...
Celebrating 2017 and looking to 2018...
A Message from the Chief Executive of Multiple Sclerosis Australia Deidre Mackechnie:
As we wrap up another year and many of us look forward to festivities and holidays, I want to take this opportunity, on behalf of the team at Multiple Sclerosis...
PBAC outcomes for Ocrevus™ (ocrelizumab) for PPMS and MAVENCLAD (cladribine tablets) for RRMS
The Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) makes recommendations about the medicines for subsidy through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).
On Friday 15th December 2017, the PBAC announced they have not recommended...
ANCHORS AWAY AS 'OCEANS OF HOPE CHALLENGE' GOES TO NEW ZEALAND
Brighton based skipper Robert Munns will travel to New Zealand in November 2018 to take 35 adults with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) on his award-winning sailing challenge.
Robert, who lives with Multiple Sclerosis himself, created the...
International Day of People with Disability - Sunday 3 December 2017
Sunday 3 December 2017 is International Day of People with Disability.
This is a great chance to reflect on what it means to live each day in a world with many barriers and restrictions for people with disability. Also, to look for ways to celebrate achievements and...
2017 John Studdy Award winner announced
MS Australia is thrilled to announce that Dr Rex Simmons is the 2017 John Studdy Award recipient, in recognition of his outstanding achievement in the development of the Australian MS Longitudinal Study for the benefit of people affected by multiple sclerosis (...
For Movember, Let’s talk Men’s Groups!
As we embrace Movember’s goal of shedding light on men’s health, we share with you the story behind a men’s MS support group. We hope this example will inspire any men out there that may be feeling isolated, detached, or unable to find their place, to find a way to be heard.
A proud...
MSA welcomes Productivity Commission findings and recent NDIA announcements
Productivity Commission report recognises disability sector issues
MS Australia joins other disability sector organisations in welcoming the findings of the recent report from the Productivity Commission’s review of NDIS costs.
The Commission’s report findings...
MS Australia Let Carers Know They Count
National Carers Week, 15-21 October, 2017
October 15-21 is National Carers Week – a chance to thank those who care for the 23,000+ people living with MS in Australia.
Carers make an enormous contribution to our communities in Australia and their caring roles are...
Mental Health Week & World Mental Health Day
Mental Health Week
Sunday 8 to Saturday 14 October 2017
World Mental Health Day
Tuesday 10 October 2017
Mental health issues are common for people living with MS. In fact, around half of people diagnosed will experience a depressive episode (which...
International Day of Older Persons
Sunday 1 October 2017 is International Day of Older Persons.
This is a great chance to think about and celebrate older people. In addition, reflect on what it’s like to live in a world with many barriers for older people, including those living with MS.
International Day of Older...