Building Your Support System for Life With MSWhen I first heard the words, “You have MS,” it was just six weeks after my mom passed from cancer. How was...reactions9comments
Because Avoiding Stress Is Impossible...I’m willing to bet the vast majority of people with MS have been told this by their healthcare provider at least once:...reactions8comments
Deconstructing Disability Measures in People With MS: The EDSSFor many, the chief concern following an MS diagnosis is the likelihood that the disease will lead to disability. Disability is a...reactions15comments
Am I Still Me With These Cognitive Problems?The other day, I was looking at my Kindle and paging through a list of books I’ve read in the past year...reactions28comments
How Is MS Fatigue Assessed?Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Almost 4 out of every 5 people with MS experience...reactions1comment
MS and Trouble SwallowingMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, progressive condition that affects the central nervous system. As MS causes damage to the nerves, it...reactions12comments
Have MS and Work From Home? Watch Your Screen TimeBefore the pandemic took hold a year ago, just 17 percent of US employees worked from home at least 5 days a...reactions4comments
Sometimes, I Still Don't Believe It AllAs of this writing, I’ve been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis for over 23 years. I am 45 years old and have been...reactions15comments
Caregiver Perspective: Understanding ImmunosuppressionMy husband, Lynn, began taking Ocrevus® (ocrelizumab), to treat his primary-progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) in March. As his caregiver, one of my...reactions6comments
Thyroid Issues and MS: How Common Are They?A few years ago, I was in and out of the doctor with constant symptoms of severe fatigue, low immune system, insomnia...reactions7comments
More Life Hacks for MSersNearly 2 years ago I put together a list of my favorite MS tricks and tips, and the responses that I have...reactions12comments
My First Ocrevus InfusionUp until about a year ago, I was doing very well on Tysabri, and it seemed like my relentless wave of relapses...reactions9comments
MS: The Disease of PatienceMultiple sclerosis is a disease that revolves around patience. There are many aspects of living with MS that force you to slow...reactions13comments
"Life Hacks" for MSers“Life hacks” are a popular internet trend right now. They are basically any trick or shortcut that makes life a little easier...reactions36comments
Tips for Minimizing Your Fall RiskFall risks are all around, but when your mobility is impaired, fall risks are amplified. As such, so should be your awareness...reactions9comments
Navigating the Summer with Heat IntoleranceThe arrival of summer always brings along a sense of apprehension for me. I’m a Jersey girl – born and raised. So...reactions12comments
Living Life as a "Manly Man" with MSYes, you have heard it from me, my “Manly Man Life” is now a “I forgot what a Manly Man would do.”...reactions5comments
Side Effects: Choose Your Own Adventure!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...reactions15comments
Shopping for Your Healthcare TeamWhen you are shopping for a big purchase, say a car, for instance, you do your research and find the best option...reactions1comment
Four Ways to Help You Cope with Loss After a MiscarriageI was thirty-four years old when I had my son. After two miscarriages, I thought I’d never have a child. I was...reactions2comments
