Living with MS

Doctors and researchers still do not know what causes multiple sclerosis (MS). Some factors imply that an infectious agent, like a virus, may have a role in triggering MS. These...

The arrival of summer always brings along a sense of apprehension for me. I’m a Jersey girl – born and raised. So for the past 43 years I have been...

Yes, you have heard it from me, my “Manly Man Life” is now a “I forgot what a Manly Man would do.” I have mentioned in other articles how my...

When treating multiple sclerosis (MS), whether it’s the actual disease itself with DMTs (disease-modifying therapies), or symptoms with prescription medication, you’ll probably run into this problem. Every available treatment option...

I was outside on my deck with my not quite 2-year-old granddaughter. We were having a pleasant conversation, as much as you can have with a toddler, when she paused...

Over the last few years, I’ve been outspoken about the lack of inclusion for people aged 60 and over within the MS community. Unfortunately, we’re a group that sometimes lacks...

I've been grappling with thoughts of my MS 'next.' Who knew that a 'pivot' could induce such major changes? I didn't. It's time to really evaluate what specific care I...

Anita talks about both managing her own MS and caring for her support partner in a time of need. Read the first part of her story. The tough times called...

I did a thing, and it was awesome! I was unsure initially but encouraged to go for it, so I did. It was a success. I couldn't ignore the twinge...

“Have you tried this diet? Maybe you’d be better if you worked out more. Have you tried using more weed? I heard mushrooms are helpful, can you try that? I...

Caregiver: what’s the first thing that comes to mind when you see this word? This may vary depending on whether you are the caregiver of someone diagnosed with multiple sclerosis...

Imagine getting an invitation to a girls' night out with your closest friends, where you all planned to catch up on life, have some snacks, and unwind in a hot...

We sat down to talk with Kristin McMaster of First Descents, a nonprofit that provides free outdoor adventures for young adults (ages 18 to 45) living with health conditions such...

Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) has made it important for me to accept assistance and support. I had to learn my own limitations and when to ask for what I...

Throughout my multiple sclerosis (MS) journey, I’ve been on a variety of different medications for MS called disease-modifying therapies (DMTs). DMTs come in several forms including injectable medications, oral medications...

I've lost a lot in my 23-plus years of living with Multiple Sclerosis. My career, numerous partners and relationships, my ability to run (and sometimes even to walk), and travel...

MS is a chronic, unkind disease to live with. You're moving about in life, and it accosts you. Just happens upon its unsuspecting 'victim' for no known reason. When it...

Mental health is one of the most critical pieces of our overall health we can tend to, but it is often glossed over quickly or not talked about at all...

In this article, I'm talking about the Swedish healthcare system in general terms. Denied insurance, medical debt, flare-ups due to financial stress, or getting approved for disability. These are just...

Living with a chronic illness like multiple sclerosis often means that you have to face some very hard truths. You might have to stop working. You have to go to...