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| 29/06/2017
Global Day 2017 was a great success with people raising their glasses and raising awareness about ALS/MND. Read about the events that shaped the 21st June this year and the latest news from around Australia.
| 23/06/2017
Updated edaravone frequently asked questions (FAQs) are now available for download.
| 22/06/2017
A position paper outlining the Australian Productivity Commission's early thinking on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) costs was released on 14 June 2017. You are invited to examine the paper and write a submission or comment.
| 22/06/2017
MND Australia has a Communications and Information Manager position available for an experienced, highly motivated individual with a communications or marketing degree and strong oral and written communication skills.
| 14/06/2017
The latest issue of the International Research Update features snippets on recent research into the involvement of motor neurones with other types of cells and environmental factors in MND. Also read about researchers who have developed new imaging and biochemical tests for diagnosis and disease stage assessment, and a new tool to help in working out a way to stop the spread of MND through the body.
| 8/06/2017
Senior Queensland Australian of the Year and now Queensland Great, Professor Perry Bartlett is delighted to share his award with the Queensland Brain Institute (QBI).
| 5/06/2017
The MND Research Institute of Australia's Advance newsletter has a new look and is now easier to read. Catch up on recent MND research advances that have been supported by our generous donors, bequestors and State MND Associations.
| 16/05/2017
What does Budget 2017 – 2018 mean to people living with MND in Australia? MND Australia has prepared this response to the national Budget, which was handed down by the Treasurer on 9 May 2017.
| 27/04/2017
In this issue we provide an update of recent influencing efforts related to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and Aged Care.