New registry established as MND becomes 'notifiable disease' in NSW
The NSW government designated motor neurone disease (MND) as a 'notifiable condition' on June 24, 2026, requiring mandatory reporting by medical practitioners. Health Minister Ryan Park stated that this new registry will aid research into the disease, which is expected to claim around 250 lives this year in the state. Advocates heralded the decision as crucial for understanding MND's impact.
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Published 24 Jun 2026, 07:03 UTC · Updated 24 Jun 2026, 07:10 UTC
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