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Summer Newsletter
Check out all the latest news at MS & Parkinsons Canterbury in our latest summer newsletter
Read MoreRod: I did the Upbeat Outward Bound course
I recently joined nine other very anxious Parkinson people and four carers and supporters at Picton to head for Anakiwa, for what was to prove to be a life changing six days for…
Read MoreI have Parkinson’s Disease
It is not catching or hereditary. No one knows what causes it, but some of the Dopamine cells in the brain begin to die at a faster rate. Everyone slowly loses…
Read MoreFaye: Pushing boundaries despite MS
In 2003 I was diagnosed with the potential of having Multiple Sclerosis after losing colour to the left eye for a few weeks. Life continued on without incident until 2008 when I experienced vertical…
Read MoreIngrid: My Oceans Of Hope Experience
When I applied to go on Oceans of Hope, I didn’t honestly think I would get on – I knew there would be lots wanting to experience this. I don’t have any…
Read MoreThe motomed is in the gym!
The Motomed is here and is up and running in the gym. Thanks to all the donations and fundraising, we were also able to purchase the arm attachment which was a great bonus…
Read MoreNew auto injector for people using Betaferon
The BETACONNECT auto injector will help people optimize their treatment as the system provides notifications based on client preferences, such as audio or visual reminders, and feedback on injection depth and speed.…
Read MoreNew MS group starting in June
To our new group for people with MS and your support person Why might you be interested in coming along? ◆ Support – listening and learning about commonalities and differences,…
Read MoreMeet Cate – Our Volunteer Nurse
Hello everyone. My name is Cate Walton and I am a Registered Nurse (RN) and I work alongside Bronnie at the MS & Parkinson’s Canterbury for 6 hours a week,…
Read MoreMay 2015: Manager’s Message
Greetings everyone. Many thanks for your warm welcome to me in the manager’s role. I am very much enjoying the opportunity to meet members on a variety of different occasions,…
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