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We’re thrilled to announce that the FUNNY QUIZ x MS Society SA & NT fundraising event is officially SOLD OUT!A heartfelt thank you to everyone who secured tickets, we can’t wait to share an unforgettable night of laughter and purpose with you all.Missed out? Don’t worry, you can still join the waitlist in case spots open up, by CLICKING […]

The MS Society SA & NT has announced an exciting opportunity for supporters of our landmark 20th anniversary Mighty Swim event. This Saturday, February 1, every donation made will be doubled thanks to a generous anonymous donor who has pledged up to $10,000 in matching funds. Starting at 7am Saturday, all donations to the MS

Australian researchers have identified four existing antiviral medications that show promise in treating Multiple Sclerosis (MS), potentially opening a new frontier in MS treatment. These drugs, already approved for other conditions, could be “repurposed” to target the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which has been strongly linked to the development of MS. The selected medications – famciclovir,

The MS Society SA & NT is seeking a dynamic Engagement & Partnerships Manager to join our team at our new Wellness Centre in Kilkenny. This is pivotal role in our Fundraising and Marketing team that will drive community engagement and fundraising initiatives that directly support people living with MS across South Australia and the

Exciting progress has been made for the NMOSD community with the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) recommending ravulizumab (Ultomiris®) for PBS listing. This marks a historic milestone as the first treatment specifically for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD) to be recommended for inclusion on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. NMOSD is a group of autoimmune conditions

As we wrap up 2024, we want to say a huge thank you to our incredible MS community across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Your outstanding support has helped our staff to continue providing vital care to people living with MS, making a real difference in their daily lives. While many of us are

The Multiple Sclerosis Society of South Australia and Northern Territory has appointed experienced social sector leader Shaun Kennedy as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr Kennedy, who commenced in the role on the 9th of December, brings extensive executive experience across private enterprise, government and not-for-profit sectors, with expertise in NDIS service delivery and social

MS Australia has taken a major step forward in multiple sclerosis research with the launch of a new national collaborative platform focused on understanding the relationship between Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and MS. The EBV in MS National Collaborative Platform, unveiled at MS Australia’s inaugural Frontiers in MS Research Symposium at the University of Sydney on

MS Society SA & NT CEO, Jannine Jackson, has resigned to pursue a new opportunity. Her last day will be Tuesday, 31 December 2024. Jannine has contributed greatly to the organisation since her appointment on 1 December 2022, most notably our new Neurological Wellness Centre in Kilkenny, built in consultation with clients for clients. She has

Diagnosed with MS in 2019, Anita fundraises for the MS Society as a way of saying ‘thanks’ for the support she receives. Five years ago, avid camper Anita woke up one morning while away on a trip unable to see out of her right eye. Scared and confused, she made an appointment to see her