A Valuable Lesson Taught to Me by My Fine Motor SkillsAn unfortunate reality of multiple sclerosis (MS), for many of us living with it, is that over time it may take things...reactions38comments
What Not to Say to a Person with MSPeople have the best intentions. They want to say something uplifting or profound to affect me in a positive way. They shouldn’t...reactions163comments
You Know You Have MS WhenYou are probably all too familiar with the typical symptoms associated with having multiple sclerosis (MS). Things like spasticity, problems thinking, fatigue...reactions62comments
A Day Without the Shadow of MS: A Dream of Peace and LiberationFor many, a new day brings the promise of possibility, of opportunities waiting to be seized. But for those of us navigating...reactions1comment
The IcebergHaving an invisible illness is relatable to seeing an iceberg. On the outside, you can only see the tip. If you don’t...reactions12comments
Jaws: TMJ, Bruxism, Their Relation to MS – And Why We're Gonna Need a Bigger BoatIn my mid-1960s youth, a jawbreaker was a newfangled kind of gumball that was not a regular on my candy store wish...reactions16comments
MS and Foot DropOne of the more common issues that people associate with multiple sclerosis is trouble walking. When I talk to people who don’t know...reactions39comments
MS Life: Adaptive Clothing and Fashion HacksOne of my favorite reality shows is Project Runway. I love watching these designers, under the crunch of limited time, materials, and...reactions7comments
The Importance of Good Footwear With MSAs I was looking through my news feed last week, I stumbled upon a pretty exciting announcement. Nike revealed a new shoe...reactions40comments
Cleaning Hacks: Thinking Outside the BoxOur son gave us the gift of an automated RoboVac for Christmas. We’ve all seen them advertised on TV or used in popular...reactions37comments
This Girl Is On Fire! Facial Flushing and MSI find it funny to say that my multiple sclerosis makes me ‘hot’. You have to find humor when it comes to...reactions5comments
I’m Seeing the Benefits of Aging, Bifocals, and MS“Just read me the letters from the lowest row you can see,” the ophthalmic nurse instructed. “You mean there are letters in...reactions3comments
Training for SummerEver since getting diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), my body doesn’t love the heat. No hot tubs, saunas, fireplaces, or space heaters...reactions1comment
The Connection Between MS and AllergiesThere are many things that experts do not understand about multiple sclerosis (MS). For example, they do not know what causes MS...reactions21comments
The Continued Struggles of Dating With a DiseaseIf you’ve been around here a bit, you’ve probably seen me post about my dating life and the impact that living with...reactions40comments
Doctor Versus Insurance Company: Patient Put in the MiddleEarlier this summer I received an email from my neurologist's office about an insurance problem. Uh oh, that can’t be good. Upon...reactions35comments
The Experience and the Explanation: MS NumbnessNumbness has been a symptom I have dealt with since the very beginning of my MS journey. It was one of the...reactions78comments
What It’s Like to Be a Friend to Someone With MSMultiple sclerosis (MS) can create roadblocks in friendship. The uncertainty of what to say or how to support your friend can be...reactions31comments
Second Verse Not Much Like the First: Transitioning From RRMS to SPMSI had a class I had to take for my job. I knew where I had to be, and at least the...reactions44comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactionscomments
