Why Wasn't I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing...reactionscomments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or...reactionscomments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help you DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating...reactionscomments
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & ResponsibilitiesInformed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both...reactionscomments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous...reactionscomments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But...reactionscomments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactionscomments
New Year, New Goals- How I'm Decluttering My LifeThe holidays always have a way of leaving me feeling overwhelmed afterwards…Overwhelmed by being tired, but mostly overwhelmed because I feel like...reactionscomments
Home Alone: The Battle Against Boredom!As I sit in my living room, flipping channels while my dog basks in the late morning sunlight, I’m struck with an...reactions25comments
Start Off the New Year with MSAA's CommunityAs we celebrate the holiday season and a new calendar year approaches, members of the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America’s online support...reactionscomments
Five Ways to Help You Feel Good During the Holiday SeasonThe holidays can be a time of great stress for many in the Multiple Sclerosis community. Difficult symptoms make us sad as...reactions7comments
His Side of The Story: An Interview with My HusbandI wrote an article a while back about the importance of finding that special someone. I talked about how despite my illness...reactions4comments
Getting Ready for the Day Has Become Pretty DifficultAs I have mentioned in the past, I am very routine oriented. Nowadays this helps me remember to do everything that I...reactions11comments
I have MS and MS does sort of have meRecently, in preparation for a World MS day article, I was asked to contribute something that hasn’t changed for me since I...reactions66comments
Multiple Sclerosis and JealousyI recently wrote an article about the loneliness that those of us with MS or other chronic illnesses can experience. After talking...reactions46comments
MS Fatigue - When My Tank is on EmptyA newly diagnosed person was asking about fatigue and I went looking for information to share. In the process, I learned a...reactions64comments
Join MSAA at One of These Exciting New Programs for the MS CommunityThroughout the year, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) hosts a range of free educational programs designed to help individuals with...reactionscomments
Look Beyond The Surface, A Plea To Those With And Without A DiseaseRecently, I came across yet another story from a friend with MS about how they were discriminated against because of their handicapped...reactions24comments
Practicing Self-Care on a BudgetWe’ve previously defined and described the importance of self-care, and have given examples of how you can practice it in your daily...reactionscomments
Advice on Finding a Good NeurologistUpon being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) one of the last things on your mind is probably, “I need to do some...reactions14comments
