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Patient Survey Still Ongoing!
December 13, 2019

New information about medications that can worsen symptoms in patients suffering from myasthenia gravis (MG) has been published on the MAA website. This list is designed as an aid to assist guiding therapeutic decisions for MG patients and their doctors.

Updated information on drugs to be used with caution with MG
September 7, 2019

New information about medications that can worsen symptoms in patients suffering from myasthenia gravis (MG) has been published on the MAA website. This list is designed as an aid to assist guiding therapeutic decisions for MG patients and their doctors.

How Active Are You? Seeking People With MG For Study
June 24, 2019

Researchers at the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) at the University of Queensland are seeking individuals with myasthenia gravis to participate in a study investigating levels of physical activity and sitting time and their relationship with fatigue, quality of life and functional mobility.

New MAA Website
June 24, 2019

The MAA website has been upgraded and it is fantastic. Please do explore all the new features.

Rituximab and the PBS
February 13, 2019

The MAA has written in detail to Health Minister Hunt drawing to his attention the potential benefits of making Rituximab available via the PBS.

Inform your Federal Member Please!
January 10, 2019

The letter requesting support in applying for Rituximab treatment in Myasthenia to be included on the PBS has gone to Minister Hunt.

MG Versus Mgen
January 5, 2019

An unfortunate media release occurred in July this year.

Rituximab Questionnaire
January 5, 2019

A questionnaire was made available regarding access to this treatment option.