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By Judy McKeown, RN (MS Resource Nurse) Sensitivity to heat is a recognized symptom of Multiple Sclerosis (MS).External and internal increases in body temperature alike can cause either a block or the slowing down of messages moving along a nerve. This can temporarily cause the symptoms of MS to become worse. Elevating body temperature, even…

By Judy McKeown, RN (MS Resource Nurse) PHARMAC’s announcement that it will fund two new treatments for Multiple Sclerosis has been described as “a momentous day for thousands of people” living with the condition by MSNZ Vice President Neil Woodhams. After years of funding submissions, culminating in a campaign this year led by MSNZ, PHARMAC…

The Society is tremendously grateful to all the volunteers who braved a chilly and often inhospitable Friday in September to help with our annual Street Appeal. The Street Appeal was held across Canterbury over two days, Friday 5 September and Saturday 6 September. It attracted the support of over 450 volunteers, including high school students,…

Our good friends from the Papanui Club will again provide members and their families with a delicious BBQ lunch. It also gives you the opportunity to say farewell to the Society’s manager Jenny Boyer, who will be retiring at the end of the year. Jenny started working here in 1988 and has been the Society’s…

DUO Cookbooks make great Christmas presents… especially for those friends or family members who seem to have everything. We have a number of copies of this popular item for sale at the much reduced price of $15, almost half their original price! DUO features over 160 recipes, including special contributions from renowned chef Jo Seagar…

This year the approaching year-end coincides with the departure of the Society’s highly respected, revered and very long serving Manager, Jenny Boyer. Jenny will be retiring when the Society shuts for the Christmas holidays and the board are actively seeking a new Service Manager to nurture the organisation through the next period of development. Jenny…

You might qualify for a grant from the Lottery Individuals with Disabilities Committee to pay for the purchase of a vehicle, scooter or other disability equipment. These grants are aimed at helping people with disabilities achieve independence and participate in the community. Around 45% of applicants receive funding. The Committee considers a range of factors…

By Judy McKeown, RN (MS Resource Nurse) The demands of driving a car today are greater than ever, particularly in Christchurch, making it even more important for vehicles to be operated safely. But what happens when you or your GP believe it is time to reassess your driving skills? Driving assessments can be a great…