MS Podcasts

Anjelo Ratnachandra is the founder of Beyond Pain and an award-winning physiotherapist who established one of the first private chronic pain and fatigue physiotherapy services in Australia. Anjelo has extensive experience having worked with chronic illnesses for almost 2 decades, and also experiences chronic pain himself. Aside from his work at Beyond pain, he is on the board of Chronic Pain Austr...

Men face greater health risks than women in Australia, they are less likely to seek help from their doctor and often don’t go until an illness is in its later stages. Jeff Lawrance, Senior Delivery Manager and Occupational Therapist with the MS Plus Employment Support Service discusses the barriers that men with MS face in the workplace, and how things such as stereotypical views of masculinity ca...

Clinical trials are essential for the development of new medications and interventions, but how are they run and what is involved when you agree to participate in one? Dr Therese Burke AM is working as the Clinical Platform Coordinator at MS Australia to bring adaptive clinical trials to life for people with multiple sclerosis. Therese has been working in clinical trials and research since 1993 an...

With thanks to Simon Webster, MS Trust UK Read the episode transcript here. Reach out for support: MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email   connect@msplus.org.au   Get in touch to share your comments and suggestions about this episode, or for future guests and episode topics by emailing education@ms.org.au   Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medicatio...

MS Plus Executive Manager and Nurse Practitioner, Jodi Haartsen discusses the stigmatisation of women’s health issues, and the barriers women face to accessing and receiving quality care. Jodi also examines the future of women’s and girls’ health and how this will impact how we think of women’s health needs in MS. Jodi is a registered MS Nurse who has helped thousands of patients over her 20 years...

The prospect of having to use a wheelchair can be daunting and frightening for anyone. But it is sometimes necessary to ensure a person’s autonomy and ability to continue enjoying life. Join Mark on the 'Learn from me' podcast series as he shares his experience in adjusting to using a wheelchair to enhance his independence. With thanks to Mark. View the episodes transcript here.   Reach out for su...

As part of the ‘Learn from Me’ series, MS Plus Peer support coordinator, Kim speaks with the inspirational and very honest, Mark Wilson. They chat about the importance of staying connected with friends and how to stop letting things get in the way of catching up with your mates. With thanks to Mark. View the episodes transcript here. Reach out for support: MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email con...

Do you find yourself surrounded by stuff but don't know how or where to start to declutter? Declutter coach and professional organiser from Space and Time, Julie Cliff  is thrilled to share her passion for decluttering and getting organised. Listen in to hear Julie's top tips and tricks for "clearing out stuff" and refreshing your space.   With thanks to Julie Cliff, declutter coach from  Space &...

Parenting can be hectic at the best of times. If you’re living with MS, trying to juggle your needs and those of your partner and your children brings additional challenges. Join Silas on this new ‘Learn from Me’ podcast as he shares his experience of being a busy dad living with MS. Silas describes the various strategies he has put in place that support him and his family to enjoy life and live w...

Join Shannan on this ‘Learn from me’ Podcast as she shares her valuable insight into being a teenager with MS. Shannan shares her tips on juggling MS and being a teenager; from telling her friends about her diagnosis to managing her studies. With thanks to Shannan. Read episode transcript here Reach out for support: MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email  connect@msplus.org.au Get in touch to share...

Join Matt on this new ‘Learn from me’ Podcast.  Matt openly discusses the challenges he has faced adjusting to SPMS (Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis).  He shares the many ways he has learnt to live well with SPMS through utilising a range of MS Services and additional supports like the NDIS. Matt describes all the various life style factors he has needed to focus on to take charge of his...

Join Megan on the new ‘Learn from me’ Podcast as she shares her incredible experience and valuable insight into working and managing her MS.  Megan describes the various strategies and supports she has used to maintain her health and thrive in her workplace both physically and mentally. With thanks to Megan. Read episode transcript here Reach out for support: MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email ...

Join Nicola Graham as she chats with Brett Drummond, the co-founder of MStranslate, about the promising topic of remyelination. Remyelination is the process of the myelin sheath on nerve fibres being restored after it has broken down. This is a natural process but does not happen in people with MS. Will remyelination be possible for people with MS in the future?  Brett takes listeners through the...

Join Melissa Katz on this new ‘Learn from me’ Podcast. Melissa shares her valuable insight into being a Mum with RRMS from pregnancy to teenagehood. Melissa recalls some of the challenges she has faced but also the strategies she has used to enjoy being a Mum with MS. With thanks to Melissa. Read episode transcript here Reach out for support: MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email  connect@msplus.o...

It’s a confusing world out there in terms of what to include in your diet if you have MS. There are lots of myths and misunderstandings. So let’s clear all that up for you today and give you a food roadmap. To help us do this MS Dietitian, Jady Lam, will share her insights. With thanks to Jady. Reach out for support: MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email  connect@msplus.org.au Get in touch to shar...

In this episode we are looking at the of EBV or Epstein Barr Virus.  EBV is currently all over the media as a possible cause of MS, but given 94% of the general population has EBV but most do not go on to develop MS, what’s going on, what does this all mean, what do you need to know so that you can make sure you are getting the best treatment possible? We will answer your questions and concerns wi...

Join Nicola Graham as she chats with Emeritus Professor Sheila Lennon. Sheila joined Flinders University in 2012 as Foundation Chair of Physiotherapy and has over 40 years experience in physiotherapy. Her area of research and teaching expertise is neurological rehabilitation and she runs regular balance and mobility programs. Sheila offers suggestions to help strengthen and maintain your balance a...

Clare Reilly hosts an international Podcast Series called ‘MS Understood’.  Claire interviews over 50 fascinating people from all walks of life including comedian Tim Fergerson and Emily Padfield from the Netflix series Win the Wilderness. As a person living with MS, Clare extracts great tips to overcome the challenges of MS With thanks to Claire. Read episode transcript here Reach out for support...

Join Nicola Graham as she chats with Ian Heydon about how he manages with his MS, what inspires him and the approach he has taken to living with multiple sclerosis. Ian was diagnosed with MS in 2010. Ian Heydon is an award-winning writer whose credits include radio shows like the Samuel Pepys Show, The Year My Country Broke and How Green Was My Cactus. His television credits include Kingswood Coun...

Join Counsellor and Sex Therapist Mr Darren Radley as he shares his wisdom on managing common sexual concerns and difficulties when you have MS. Topics such as erectile difficulties and continence concerns will be addressed along with great tips for sustaining and enriching your relationships.  Join Darren as he shares his wisdom derived from thousands of hours working with many people with the sa...

Join Nicola Graham as she talks with Brett Drummond, the  co-founder of MStranslate. Brett provides a summary of the highlights of ECTRIMs 2021, the largest global congress for MS researchers. Brett shares with us the most exciting and surprising MS research presented. Some topics covered include the latest on re-myelination therapies, COVID and vaccines for people living with MS, Gut Microbiome,...

Men’s mental health is an often overlooked subject. Nine Australians die every day from suicide and 75% of them are male, and this is preventable! Gus Worland is a well known TV and radio personality, in particular, for his roles on the ABC's Man Up Program, Triple M's Breaky Crew and the Gotchta4Life Foundation. Gus offers some great tips for better men's mental health and how to start those conv...

Dr Yasmine Probst is a Dietitian and an Associate Professor currently based at the University of Wollongong and a Research Fellow with the Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute. Yasmine is also a person living with MS. Listen in to hear which foods are best to eat, and why, when living with MS.  With thanks to Dr Yasmine Probst. Read episode notes   transcript Reach out for support: MS P...

MS Nurse Advisor, Bridie Phillips chats about the important issue of bladder dysfunction in multiple sclerosis. This topic can be overwhelming and often causes social isolation for many people. Bridie offers helpful tips and strategies to help improve your quality of life. With thanks to MS Nurse Advisor Bridie. Read transcript here Reach out for support: MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email  con...

Leah Breninger is the recipient of the Barry Allen Art Award at the 2020 MS Art Show and she is living with multiple sclerosis. Leah discusses where her inspiration comes from and how she taps into her creativity to express herself through art. Leah talks about how art has helped her manage multiple sclerosis. With thanks to Leah. Read transcript here Reach out for support: MS Plus Connect 1800 04...