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MS Australia Report, Keeping Cool Survey 2009
Tribe Research assisted with the data for the MS Australia Report:
Dr Michael Summers & Dr Rex Simmons (2009) Air Conditioner Use by Australians with MS: Public Policy Related Results & Recommendations, MS Australia
Heat intolerance is a major medical problem affecting people with multiple sclerosis. As little as 0.2-0.5°C increase in core body temperature significantly increases MS symptoms, and significantly reduces the capacity of people with MS to participate in social, household and work activities, as well as increasing their need for pharmaceuticals and medical services. Consequently the use of air conditioners, with all associated purchase and operating costs, is usually a necessity for people with MS.
You can download a copy of the report from the MS Society Website.
Tribe Research provided data sets and analysis relating to the Australian MS Longitudinal Study – Economic Impact of MS for this important report on the impact of temperature on multiple sclerosis and the costs related to management with air conditioners.
