MS Brain Health newsletter – June 2026
Dear Supporters
- MS Brain Health: A Decade of Impact
- The Next Chapter
- Confirmation of Newsletter closure
We write today with important news about the future of MS Brain Health. The changes we share with you in this newsletter are critical to continue to build on the decade of work we have all been a part of. We take this moment to recognize our collective efforts, the impact on lives globally and the opportunity still to come. Read about the impact so far and the next chapter in full here.
MS Brain Health: A Decade of Impact
MS Brain Health has played a pivotal role in advancing a paradigm shift in the management of MS. The launch in 2015 of the evidence-based health policy report Brain health: time matters in multiple sclerosis marked the start of a global initiative advocating early diagnosis, timely and effective treatment, proactive monitoring and shared decision-making.
Under the auspices of the Oxford Health Policy Forum and its HealthScience Communication partner Oxford PharmaGenesis, alongside report authors, endorsers, champions and many supporters, the global health policy recommendations have been shared widely and used to advocate for change in MS care all over the world.
The internationally agreed MS care standards successfully translated clinical recommendations into actionable time frames, while a quality improvement (QI) tool enabled centres to track and benchmark care. The updated Brain health - time matters 2024 report recognized collaborative effort and progress made while emphasizing the need for continued advocacy to improve care standards worldwide.
The Next Chapter
Oxford Health Policy Forum is privileged to have delivered the MS Brain Health initiative to date. However, the next exciting phase requires expertise that is beyond its remit.
We are delighted to announce that two long-standing partners will be embracing the opportunities to move forward in key areas.
MSIF (MS International Federation), the global umbrella organization for MS societies, will lead MS Brain Health and support its member organizations to integrate the reports’ recommendations into national policy conversations. It aims to secure long-term impact by developing an Advocacy Toolkit.
- To continue receiving updates about MS Brain Health, including the Advocacy Toolkit, please sign up here.
MS Base, an international online registry for MS neurologists and others, will be the owners of the MS Brain Health QI tool. They plan to further develop the tool into a digital, web-based resource to support healthcare professionals monitor and deliver timely, high-quality care for people with MS.
- To register interest in using the tool and receive updates about its development, healthcare professionals can email MS Base.
Please engage with MSIF and MSBase and stay involved in MS Brain Health!
As we prepare to hand over the reins of MS Brain Health, let’s celebrate the many ways the initiative has helped to transform MS care and the impact of shared vision and collaboration
OUR SINCERE THANKS
None of this could have happened without the many groups and individuals who have contributed to the success of MS Brain Health over the years. All of you have played a crucial part in creating a better future for people with MS and their families.
Special thanks also goes to our many funders who provided independent grants or sponsorships that made these activities possible.
The impact of MS Brain Health was only possible thanks to all of you.
With heartfelt thanks and good wishes, from the Oxford Health Policy Forum CIC Board of Directors.
Professor Gavin Giovannoni
Ruth Bentley
Dr Chris Winchester
Confirmation of Newsletter closure
This is the final newsletter issued by Oxford Health Policy Forum CIC for the MS Brain Health initiative.
For your information, this newsletter will no longer accept subscriptions, and the database will cease on the 29 June 2026. All contact information and data held in the newsletter database will be deleted within 15 days.
