Carry a Copy of Your ID and Insurance Cards on Your PhoneDuring the past year, there has been little reason for me to go places. I don’t know about you, but most of my “outings” have involved the pharmacy, doctors’ offices... By Lisa Emrich3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Driving With a Smaller Tank: MS FatigueIf there is a multiple sclerosis symptom that probably gets talked about the most, I would imagine that it has to be fatigue. That’s purely a guess on my part... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments54 comments
My Free Pass Has Been RevokedIt appears the obligation-free summer I’ve enjoyed is coming to an abrupt end. I work in education and for 23 years I have been on an academic calendar, meaning when the... By Laura Kolaczkowski4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
MS Comic: Memory FogMemory issues and 'cog fog' are, unfortunately, common symptoms of MS. Whether it's remembering plans with friends or having issues keeping up at work, it can cause embarrassment and frustration... By Brooke Pelczynski1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Pain Outburst Cycle“In the face of pain there are no heroes" - Winston Smith from George Orwell’s 1984. If you suffer from chronic pain, like the kind that can be caused by... By Devin Garlit4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments20 comments
MS Comic: Not a DoctorHave anyone's friends asked them about their MS-like symptoms? Most of us don't have the clinical expertise to diagnose MS, especially on the spot. Brooke shares a comic of an... By Brooke Pelczynski1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Fear of Mobility AidsRecently, while discussing my article about the fear of falling, it came to my attention that there is another source of consternation on the flip side of that subject. While... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments37 comments
Finding Purpose in Life – The MotivatorThe Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) is proud to introduce the latest edition of The Motivator, now available in both print and digital editions! This edition’s cover story, “Finding... By Multiple Sclerosis Association of America - MSAA1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
COVID-19 Research Offers Hidden Blessings for MS TreatmentI’m always trying to find the silver linings in situations. It’s not something I set out to do. It’s more a reflexive search for hope in even the worst situations... By Tamara K Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
The Problem With Those Almost-FallsMany years ago, I had the privilege to attend a very comprehensive therapy center that specializes in multiple sclerosis. One facility housed physical, occupational, and mental health therapists. If you... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
What Convinced Me That Orange Is Right for MSMarch and MS Awareness Month are behind us, so I have a confession to make: I really don’t care for the color orange. Shocking, right? After all, orange is a... By Dan and Jennifer Digmann3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
MS Research & Anatomical DonationsHave you ever wondered what is involved with making an anatomical donation to further multiple sclerosis research? This is a question that I came across in an online forum and thought... By Laura Kolaczkowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Is Your Eyelid Twitching or Are You Flirting With Me?Have you ever been talking with someone and they ask you, “Did you just see that?” "See what?" you say. “My eye; it was twitching. There it goes again!” Only... By Lisa Emrich4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments25 comments
MS Comic: Infusion Day Poking and ProddingInfusion treatments are one treatment option for those living with MS. But everyone has different experiences with their infusions, including the level of pain they experience. In this comic, Brooke... By Brooke Pelczynski1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Yes, You Need a Break. Here's Why.Given the state of the world, we do not need a Gallup poll to tell us that 100% of the population believes they need an escape. I am going to... By Gary Chester2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dianne's MS AcronymA person's name is the greatest connection to their own identity and individuality. Some might say it is the most important word in the world to a person. It's not the... By Dianne Scott3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Handling My Memory Loss With MS“I cannot remember the books I've read any more than the meals I have eaten; even so, they have made me” is a quote often attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments21 comments
MS Fatigue: Feeling Neglected Like an Old Car Battery (Part 2)Fatigue is one of the most powerful MS symptoms that I experience on a regular basis. It is also included on my list of concerns when I visit the neurologist... By Lisa Emrich3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Out of Sync: "I Don't Feel Right"As I lay on the couch, I look over to my faithful companion and tell him “I don’t feel good.” (Yes, I talk to my dog!) He gazes back as... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments26 comments
Strong But TiredAs I struggled to get out of bed this morning, my body aching, my legs burning, every movement slowed and deliberate due to fatigue, I couldn’t help but think about... By Devin Garlit4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments53 comments