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Vitality - April

Hello,

Welcome to the April edition of Vitality.

After a few months in my role as the CEO of MSWA, I wanted to properly introduce myself to you! I am honoured to be part of a purpose-driven organisation like MSWA. I look forward to understanding what we can do to better support you, our Clients.

Click here or click the image below to watch the video message.

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Regards,

Melanie Kiely
MSWA CEO

 
 

This Month in Research

 
 
Photo of Professor Sulev Kõks in front of a Perron Institute sign

We caught up with Professor Sulev Kõks from the Perron Institute to explore his research on Trajectories of Outcome in Neurological Conditions (TONiC), which is the largest study of its kind in the world.

Read more

A smiling woman testing out the newly developed light therapy glasses

This newly developed therapy could provide a bright light for Western Australians suffering with poor sleep and fatigue.

Read more

 
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A new drug delays motor neurone disease progression and improves cognitive and clinical symptoms, according to recently announced trial results.

Read more

Elderly person's hands being supported by another person

This study aims to investigate how intended exercise impacts motor and non-movement symptoms of Parkinson's disease.

Read more

 

Researchers are working around Australia and the globe to better understand neurological conditions and their causes, seeking new or better treatments and ultimately, cures. Get further details on current research projects and exciting discoveries in the field of neurological research.

Browse research articles

 

Stay Connected

 
 
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"Yappy Hour"
Spread some 'Yappy'ness with our new online group for you and your pets.

Learn more

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Mindfulness & Meditation Group
Commencing in June 2022 in the Rockingham/Baldivis area. Spaces will be limited.

Express your interest

 
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Peer Coffee Catch-ups
Connect with others who live with MS over a coffee at our monthly catch-ups at various locations around WA.

See the locations

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MS and Other Neuro Conditions Carer Support Group
Our monthly sessions welcome carers of people with any neurological condition.

Get further details

 
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Northam MS Peer Support Group
If you're in the Wheatbelt region and living with a neurological condition, join us at the Bridgeley Community Centre.

Find out more

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Neuro Carer Group - Life-limiting Conditions
Caring for someone with a life-limiting condition? Get support and guidance from MSWA counsellors.

Tell me more

 
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Rockingham Carer Group
If you're a carer based in the Peel region, join us when we meet on the first Thursday of each month at a Rockingham community venue.

Register my interest

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A Journey Shared
New sessions to be held in two south-west location. Meet others, share stories and build your strength.

Find out more

 

MSWA holds a variety of events throughout the year for people living with a neurological condition, their families and carers. These range from physical exercise, to meditation, stress management and social interaction.

Browse all programs, workshops and events

 

Get Involved

 
 
A person using the Mindpod exoskeleton to control a video game on a TV screen

Click here or click the image above to learn about the Mindpod system.

You are invited to participate in a research project, which is part of the Systematic Profiling in Neurological Conditions (SPIN) study. This project seeks to examine the feasibility of a contemporary gaming environment in people with MS.

If you’re interested in participating, click the button below.

Find out more
 
 
All Abilities Night - Friday 3rd December

Are you interested in undertaking a survey on health and e-health literacy (the ability to find, understand, and use online and offline health information)?

For further information, read the Health Literacy Project brochure. Complete the survey by clicking the button below.

Complete the survey
 
 

Share Your Stories

 
 

If you have an interesting story you would like to share with our readers, we would love to hear from you.

Contact us today
 
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