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Golfers: you might like to support our friends at MS Waikato in Hamilton this weekend ⛳️The Michael Ford Golf TournamentIf you enjoy a game of golf, our annual tournament is taking place on Friday and we now have availability for one extra team to join us, plus space for an individual in another team. The tournament is open to both registered and casual players.It is taking place at Ngahinepouri golf club from 10am, its a Stableford tournament playing 18 holes. The day includes morning tea, sausage sizzle and soft drink on the course. We have been donated some fantastic prizes and the weather forecast looks great.If you're interested please contact janet@mswaikato.org.nz, entry is $50 pp, further information can also be found on our website www.mswaikato.org.nz/services-events/upcoming-events/28-the-michael-ford-ms-waikato-charity-golf-... ... See MoreSee Less
Fascinating!Researchers are studying animals that thrive in low-oxygen environments, like yaks and Tibetan antelope, to understand how they maintain healthy nerve function. Low oxygen is normally harmful for myelin production, so scientists are asking: what allows these animals to cope so well? A genetic change found in these high-altitude species has now been tested in animal models, where it appears to activate pathways that promote remyelination. It’s very early research, but discoveries like this could open up entirely new directions for myelin repair therapies in multiple sclerosis. ... See MoreSee Less
MS doesn't discriminate. It can feel isolating for anyone - and it's distressing to learn that people from ethnic minorities can experience an extra layer of stigma. Let us know your experience and share your story so we can help promote equity and raise awareness 🧡A new study from UTEP - The University of Texas at El Paso has found that people living with multiple sclerosis in racial and ethnic minority groups face increased levels of stigma, which reduces their social participation. To anyone in these communities who has experienced this, we stand with you and will continue working to create change. It is also a reminder that prejudice can impact all people living with MS and that building a truly inclusive and supportive community must remain a priority. ... See MoreSee Less
What’s changing in April for people who use flexible fundingFrom April, people who use flexible funding through DSS will have more choice and control over how they use their funding.• People’s allocated budgets for flexible funding will stay the same as they are now. There will be no change.• The purchasing rules for flexible funding will be removed.• Flexible funding must still be used in line with people’s plans - but people will have more choice over what supports work for them, including respite options for carers. • A small number of items will remain prohibited or require pre-approval before spending.• There will be more support for people to plan and manage their flexible funding in line with their plan. People with Hosts can expect to hear about this support from April onwards. • People don’t need to do anything to get ready for these changes. • There is more information on the DSS website: : Flexible funding changes | Disability Support Services These April changes build on earlier improvements to Disability Support Services, including a nationally consistent assessment approach introduced in February 2026, and reflect feedback from the disability community.More here: www.disabilitysupport.govt.nz/disabled-people/improvements-to-disability-support-services/flexibl... ... See MoreSee Less
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