MSWA

At MSWA, our focus is on life, not limits.

Whether you dream big, or find joy in the little things, MSWA is your partner in support.

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🥗 It’s Dietitians Week!🥑

While most of us spend all day thinking about food🤤 no one does it quite like our MSWA dietitians - it is their job after all!

Today we recognise their work, guiding MSWA's Clients to live healthier, happier lives.

See how: https://t.co/0ZHy8efq5V

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Today is #SwallowingAwarenessDay, with swallowing disorders affecting:

🧠100% of people with Alzheimer’s
🧠84% of people with Parkinson’s
🧠65% of people with advanced MS
🧠40% of stroke survivors

Does dysphagia affect your life? Get in touch: https://t.co/iM8VwDikFD

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The number of Australians living with multiple sclerosis is increasing at a concerning rate, according to a report from @MS_Australia.

Statistics show a 30% increase in MS prevalence in Australia, with WA reporting a steeper increase of 36%.

Read on: https://t.co/Q96b6cGMxG

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MSWA are proud to announce our 2022/2023 funding for neurological research. To learn more about the projects we are funding, read the full article here - https://t.co/bSJ3Tu11W3

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On Friday we celebrated as Professor John Mamo and his team took top spot at the Curtinnovation Awards for their project: Novel onset pathway for Alzheimer’s: A potential target for therapies.

➡ Read more about Professor Mamo's research here - https://t.co/DO1pL9lpSq

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📢 Australia’s Disability Strategy National Forum 📢

Join the conversation online on 2-3 November to have your say on Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-31. MSWA Client Kerry Zinner is just one community representative taking part 👏

Register today: https://t.co/yAnYXi5RSb

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In recognition of National Carers Week, MSWA Senior Counsellor Liesl Murdoch penned a reflection on the invaluable role of carers in our community, read it here - https://t.co/KZCQ1iz8Kb.

#nationalcarersweek

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This week is Carers Week across the country - a time to pause, reflect and appreciate the role carers play in helping those in need.

@CarersWA is hosting a number of events, fundraisers and workshops to celebrate the week. Click here to find out more - https://t.co/qYATkM3Aql.

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Today is #WorldPTDay! We're lucky to have 65 dedicated professionals delivering a range of flexible services. If you're heading along to a session today, be sure to wish the team a happy World Physiotherapy Day!

➡ Find out more about our physio services: https://t.co/RvDTWYeVby

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Meet MSWA-funded PhD candidate, Rebecca Russell (@Bec_Nutrition) from @CurtinUni.

Rebecca's work aims to produce an evidence-based online nutrition education program to provide people with MS info they need about diet, foods and changing eating habits - https://t.co/vdHp0xarfP.

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📰 Today (1 August 2022), @Mark_Butler_MP announced the listing of Vumerity® on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for the treatment of Australians living with relapsing-remitting #multiplesclerosis.

https://t.co/dksUsXtVsA

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Are the kids in your life ready for this year's MS Readathon?

📚 Reading starts next week, and it will be more fun than ever before! 🎉

We asked the kids at Beenyup Primary what they loved about @MSReadathonAust...

Get in on the fun by registering now - https://t.co/MMBz9F15Mn

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Rebekah lives with MS and has been an MSWA Client for many years. “I really am thankful, because they’ve provided me with confidence and support – not just for me but for the whole family.”

Find out how we can help: https://t.co/NHZFox0j2y

#WeKnowNeuro #MSWA

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Today we celebrate #WorldBrainDay. This year’s theme
is brain health for all.🧠

Like MSWA, World Brain Day brings awareness to #NeuroConditions.

For a bit of fun, give this brain teaser a go!

Find out more about how MSWA supports neuro conditions - https://t.co/V4zVS11tg9.

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Congratulations Associate Professor Lucinda Black from @CurtinUni for receiving a 2022 WA Young Tall Poppy Award, which recognises excellence in research.

➡ See more of Assoc. Prof. Black’s research by visiting our commitment to research page: https://t.co/2fihAivS86

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Professor Bruno Meloni’s research is just one of many projects supported by MSWA’s $10 million contribution to research this year.

➡ Click the link below to find out more about the research that Professor Meloni is undertaking at the @PerronInstitute: https://t.co/j0zjBq4LtC

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Good luck to all the awesome volunteers and intrepid stair climbers participating today in the 2022 Step Up for MSWA powered by ALTRAD! 👏🏽

- Multi-climbers start from 7am
- All other climbers start from 8am

For further information click the link 👇🏾

https://t.co/z66xcA0Qaj

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Margaret Cable was diagnosed with MS in the early days of COVID-19. She’s an advocate for the practical benefits of telehealth, & has been dialling into appointments with her MSWA Speech Pathologist.

See how Margaret is staying connected: https://t.co/uKrUMAX4M9

#WorldMSDay

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#WorldMSDay is almost here and the campaign theme #MSConnections challenges social barriers and is an opportunity to celebrate the current and continuing support networks. We though it fitting to share Rebekah’s story with you.

Check it out: https://t.co/pAEVXftuk2

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Researchers from @UniofAdelaide want to hear your perspectives and experiences about the role of healthcare professionals with respect to family planning in those living with #MS.

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/1XSIs0HT2w

#multiplesclerosis #RealMSResearch #VoiceForMS