A 29-year-old Australian roofer was diagnosed with MS after a minor head injury, reflecting a 13.3% rise in cases since 2021.

A 29-year-old Gold Coast roofer, Alex McKay, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) after a minor head injury, despite early symptoms like fatigue and tremors. His case reflects a 13.3% rise in MS diagnoses in Australia since 2021, with 37,756 people now affected, costing over $3 billion annually. McKay advocates for early intervention and workplace support to maintain well-being, while calling for improved access to the NDIS, especially in early stages. A new report by MS Australia highlights the need to address preventable risk factors like reduced sunlight exposure and adolescent obesity to curb rising MS rates.