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Dive into real-life journeys, expert advice, and the latest updates from the MND community. Whether you're seeking support, sharing your experience, or staying informed — our blog is here to connect and uplift.
Leaders in the motor neurone disease field arrive in Canberra today
Every day two Australians are diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) and two die from the disease. With no cure and an average life expectancy of...
The Day of Hope and Remembrance 2024: Thank you for attending
Thank you to everyone who joined us at this special and inspiring event. Together we joined in strength and solidarity for people living with MN...
Stay Warm with MND Beanies, Socks, Hoodies and Scarves This Winter
Stay warm while you support the important work being done by MND NSW to improve the lives of people living with MND and their families. From classic b...
Top-5 Frequently Asked Questions: May 2024
We received lots of questions on a variety of topics at the MND info line in May, including, robotic feeders, booking accommodation along with c...
Early Signs of Motor Neurone Disease
Motor Neurone Disease (MND), also known as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), is an uncommon but devastating disease that affects the nerves (neuron...
MND Alliance Patient Fellows Program & FightMND Grant: Applicaitons Open
Applications are open - Apply now! Attend the MND Association's International Symposium on ALS/MND & the International Alliance Conferences in Mon...
Rocky's Racing Adventure
Surrounded by the smell of burning rubber and the loud, heart-racing hum of F1 race cars, Rocky Pirrottina watched his team take victory in Melbourne...
Breath of Hope: Championing Cough Assistance in MND Care
Stephanie van Hilten has been a respiratory physiotherapist for 34 years, working in many areas of the cardiothoracic specialty - intensive care, surg...
National Volunteer Week 2024 - Thank You to our Amazing Volunteers!
This week is National Volunteer Week, and we'd like to take the opportunity to thank all our amazing volunteers. We see you helping us at the of...
Thank you to our wonderful Community Fundraisers
We’d like to say a big thank you to our community fundraisers for their amazing efforts! Recently they've completed runs, held Drink Tea for MND event...
Jason’s Story: Behavioural Change and MND
In this article Jason shares his experience managing behavioural change. The article also shares information about potential causes and possible signs...
Access to Palliative Care: Better Quality of Life
Palliative care is more than end of life care. It is a family-centered model of care that focuses on quality of life. It is for everyone who has a lif...