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Posts By: Karen Jones
Do you have symptoms that only last a few seconds?
In MS paroxysmal symptoms describe symptoms that come on very suddenly, lasting only a few seconds or minutes before disappearing just as quickly. The information below comes from the MS Trust. Click on the hyperlinks (the blue writing) and you will visit their website page on the topic. Many symptoms of MS can come on… Read more »
Asian MS presents: Getting Involved in Research: Participation and Design – 9 November
In this second edition of Asian MS’ webinar series, we will be looking at participating in and designing MS research, with a particular focus on the genetics of MS in people of Asian and African heritage. Date: Wednesday 9 November Time: 6pm. We will meet Ben Jacobs, who is co-leading the ADAMS Study with Dr…. Read more »
MS Society webinar: Talks with MS – Parenting and MS, 2 November
Talks with MS are proud to host this webinar in partnership with the MS Society to discuss different aspects of MS in the Black community. This month they will be discussing the topic of Parenting and MS. Date: Wednesday 2 November Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm They’ll be joined by Talks with MS Founder, Terri-Louise. Terri will be… Read more »
Supporting the MS Centre couldn’t be simpler this winter
Supporting the MS Centre couldn’t be simpler this winter thanks to Give as you Live Online’s winter giveaway, and here’s how you can take part. Give as you Live Online are giving you the chance to earn a £10 bonus donation on top of the regular free donations you can raise by using their free… Read more »
MS Society webinar: Talks with MS – Men’s Voices and MS, 19 October
Talks with MS are proud to host this webinar in partnership with the MS Society to discuss different aspects of MS in the Black community. This month they will be celebrating Black History month with a webinar from the perspective of men living with MS. Date: Wednesday 19 October Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm They’ll be… Read more »
Come and tell the MS Trust your views
A message from national charity, the MS Trust: If you live with MS, or love or care for someone with MS, the MS Trust would like to hear from you! The MS Trust is keen to hear from all people who have MS in their lives, to understand how our information and services can better… Read more »
Kadeena Cox speaks out about people questioning her disability
Britain’s Paralympic gold medallist Kadeena Cox, who has MS, says living with hidden disabilities can feel like “fighting a losing battle” because of negative reactions from people. She says people have accused her of “faking” her disability and questioned why she is using blue badge parking. Cox was speaking after new research by Bupa, Paralympics… Read more »
MS-UK Online session – Getting the best from exercise in sitting – Monday 24 October
This information session from Dr Gretchen Hawley will focus on seated exercises, demonstrating how using a seated position to practise exercises can be a good alternative to standing. Date: Monday 24 October Time: 2pm to 3pm The session is for everyone, so whether you want to add variation to your current exercise routine and perform… Read more »
MS Society Webinar: Using Meditation to Deal with Overwhelm – 10 October
10 October is World Mental Health Day and the theme this year is ‘Make mental health and wellbeing for all a global priority’. In this session we will explore how meditation can help us to solve our daily problems, particularly around feelings of being overwhelmed. Date: 10 October Time: 11am Michelle who is a trained meditation teacher… Read more »
