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MG PATIENT REPORTED OUTCOME SURVEY

The “Myasthenia Gravis Patient Reported Outcome Survey” Research Project is now ready for patient input!

MESTINON SHORTAGE

The supply of the 60 mg dose of Mestinon is expected to be disrupted until late August.

WORK WITH A GREAT TEAM

Work with a Great Team!

UPDATE to Discussion Paper Regarding COVID VACCINATION

An update to the COVID-19 Discussion Paper

Keeping track of your life when managing Myasthenia

Association Management committee members regularly suggest that people keep a diary of their symptoms, medications, lifestyle impacts etc. in preparation for their visits to the Doctor.

Consumer Research Survey – IVIg

NPS MedicineWise is looking for people who have been prescribed immunoglobulins (antibodies) as part of their treatment to take part in a short survey online and/or an in-depth interview over the phone.

Discussion Paper Regarding COVID VACCINATION

The consensus of the Doctors is that ALL patients with Myasthenia should be vaccinated.

ADVOCACY TOOLKIT

With the support of Terumo BCT, a tailored public affairs toolkit has been developed entitled “How can patient organisations ensure their voices are heard in public policy?” The aim is to help Australian patients in their advocacy efforts.

NDIS SECOND STAGE

In the latest partner event with Rare Voices Australia, the MAA has participated in a forum to discuss how the NDIS is functioning for people with rare disease.

MAA SEEKING VICTORIANS RECEIVING THERAPEUTIC PLASMA EXCHANGE

The Myasthenia Alliance Board are seeking out Victorians who access Therapeutic Plasma Exchange as a regular or intermittent treatment option to help them better understand patient experiences.