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COVID-19 experiences in Australia for people with MS and MS carers

Published Date: 22.2.2023

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Theme: Caring and society

Sub-theme: Caring during the COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 Lived experience Multiple sclerosis

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Theme: Caring and society

Sub-theme: Caring during the COVID-19 pandemic

View Publication COVID-19 Lived experience Multiple sclerosis

Verification Statement

This publication / resource is hosted on a publicly available external link. If the full text is not publicly accessible, summary points are included and a contact method for the author(s) is provided, where available.

The summary information presented is based on content submitted by an author or other user
, along with publicly available information about the publication / resource added by the Carer Knowledge Exchange team.

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COVID-19 experiences in Australia for people with MS and MS carers

Published Date: 22.2.2023

  • Organisation Name

    MS Australia

  • Suggested citation (APA 7th edition)

    MS Australia. (2023, February 22). COVID-19 experiences in Australia for people with MS and MS carers. MS Australia. https://www.msaustralia.org.au/news/covid-19-experiences-in-australia-for-people-with-ms-and-ms-carers/

Long Summary

This study explored the impact of COVID-19 on people living with MS and carers of people with MS. The study explored the experiences of MS carers during COVID-19 and the impact of the pandemic on the emotional and mental health of these carers. It was found that many carers developed resilience, which was seen as an important skill for managing future crises.

    Key Messages for Carers


  • Explored both the positive and negative consequences that arose from the COVID-19 pandemic for carers
  • Explores the increase in carer burden during the pandemic due to social isolation, fewer resources and a fear of infections
  • Explored the impact of reliance on telehealth services for MS carers

  • Key Messages for Policy Makers


  • This study helped to identify where additional support is needed for MS carers
  • Recognised MS networks as valuable in crises
  • Advocates for investment into carer-centred interventions

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