MS Awareness Month: Ways to Live Sustainably With MSAs a creative person, I often assign keywords at the beginning of each year to help me frame my energy. Some words...reactions5comments
What Are Smoldering Lesions?The progression of MS can be varied from person to person. Some individuals may experience rapid progression and significant disability, while others...reactions4comments
The Latest on HSCT ResearchAbout 1 million people in the United States live with multiple sclerosis (MS). The disease attacks the central nervous system, leading to...reactions2comments
Interview with MS Physical Therapist Gretchen HawleyMembers of our Editorial Team connected with Gretchen, a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in multiple sclerosis. Gretchen was kind enough to...reactionscomments
When You Feel Like You Can't Help“I’m sorry, I’ve done everything I can” were the words of a teary-eyed neurologist as he explained to me that, despite him...reactions21comments
The MazeEach day, I wake up, and I begin a maze. I start out navigating through the maze pretty confidently. I feel like...reactions38comments
Mistreatment or Abuse by a CaregiverIt is estimated that 1 in 4 people with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience disability that is significant enough to warrant formal caregiving...reactionscomments
One of the Best Gifts from Caregivers to PatientsWhen MS rears its ugly head, patients can experience fatigue, depression, and helplessness. Caregivers, particularly spouses, can assist in a variety of...reactions3comments
Forever Pain Is MS PainEveryone deals with pain from time to time. So, what’s the big deal just take a pain-relief tablet and be done with...reactions42comments
MS Comic: Invisible SymptomsThe idea for this comic was submitted by one of our very own community members! Invisible symptoms are hard to understand and...reactions1comment
MSAA’s “Approaches to Managing MS in 2022: A Research Update” Now on Demand!It’s hard to believe that we’re almost three months into 2022! With the year going by quickly, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of...reactionscomments
The Effect of MS: Me vs Dog“You don’t get MS until you get MS” is a common quote among people who live with the disease. The difference between...reactions16comments
The Emotional Roller Coaster of an MS Diagnosis: Part 1I was formally diagnosed with MS on May 15, 2013 (almost 5 years ago!), in the middle of what I now recognize...reactions1comment
I’m Positive: MS, COVID-19 & 2/18 Are About More Than MeI looked to my right and watched Dan standing dumbfounded as the woman in a hospital-issued hazmat suit rushed me and my...reactions2comments
Pride and the Tale of Two DevinsMy life before being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis was one that filled me with an incredible sense of pride. I worked very...reactions20comments
Cruising With MS: The Important StuffVacation travel can present challenges for anyone. Life with MS also has its own challenges. Combine MS and vacation and you can...reactionscomments
Cruising and MS: The Pros and ConsAfter reading my series on 'Cruising and MS' you may still not be sure if taking a cruise is right for you...reactionscomments
Flowers, Chocolates &...Pee-Proof Undies, Oh My!Roses are red, violets are blue. Flowers are nice, but dry underwear is too. Incontinence is a struggle for so many people...reactions2comments
PPMS Treatments to Help Slow ProgressionAs of 2021, there are only two approved FDA DMT treatments for PPMS; one for leg weakness, which is Amprya, and the...reactions16comments
Been There, Done ThatI have been in this place before. Just like so many others. Standing at the precipice of the COVID-19 cliffs wondering if...reactions1comment
