Monash Expert Shines Spotlight on Rising Multiple Sclerosis Cases

Monash University

As multiple sclerosis (MS) cases continue to rise, tomorrow's World MS Day – 30 May – puts a spotlight on the insidious condition.

MS Australia reports that the number of Australians with MS rose by 30 per cent from 2017-2021 – to 33,335 – making it more important than ever to increase awareness and funding for research into treatments and possibly a cure. Total costs for all people with MS in Australia increased from $1.75 billion in 2017 to $2.5 billion in 2021.

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