Visiting a loved one in a care home Last year we heard about the difficulties people had contacting their loved ones in care homes because of COVID-19 restrictions. The Government has relaxed guidelines on visiting people in care homes in England. So, we want to hear from people again to know about your recent experiences… Read more »
Posts By: Karen Jones
Enable Magazine: Introducing the March/April issue
Presenting Enable MagazineMarch-April issue The UK’s leading disability and lifestyle title Introducing the March-April issue of Enable Magazine.We’re so excited to share this issue with you and your network. Inside this issue, artist and now Enable cover star Sophie Morgan gives us a unique insight into the process of writing her new memoir: Driving Forwards. We learn how carers can… Read more »
MS Society Campaign: free lateral flow tests for people with MS
The MS Society is running a campaign highlighting the importance of free lateral flow tests for people with MS and those they have frequent contact with. Here is what they say: ‘UK Government figures show 1.3 million people are at highest risk of severe illness from Covid-19, including people with MS. But from 1 April, families,… Read more »
Quiz Night – teams and raffle prizes
Quiz Night – teams and raffle prizes – If anyone wants to join another MS team let Sue know, or I can make up some more teams, I know it’s difficult if you would like to take part but there are only maybe 2 of you.Raffle tickets are available, some great prizes, £5 a strip… Read more »
Changing symptoms, online wellbeing sessions with the MS Society – March 2022
Are your symptoms changing? You’re not alone.The MS Society is running a series of three virtual wellbeing sessions will take place on Tuesday 8, 15, 22 March from 6.30 – 8.00pm. Join them for our wellbeing sessions to connect you with other people across the UK with MS. During the wellbeing sessions you will connect with other people… Read more »
100 club winners for February
1st Gloria McLaughlin 2nd Trevor Dew 3rd Geoff Fewings Sharing a prize fund of: £82.50
Want to help us make health and care better in Oxfordshire?
Healthwatch Oxfordshire is an independent champion for people who use health and social care services throughout the county. We are here to find out what matters to people and help make sure their views shape the services they need. We share these views with those who have the power to make change happen. If you… Read more »
MS and Menopause podcast
Menopause is the hot topic at the moment, with more and more people speaking up about the problems and issues it can bring. But did you know it can also affect your MS? In this episode, the MS Trust talks to Neurologist Ruth Dobson about how and why menopause and perimenopause can affect Multiple Sclerosis… Read more »
Covid and MS – update February 2022
Adults with MS can now discuss early Covid-19 treatment after either a positive lateral flow or a PCR test. You’ll need to register a positive lateral flow test online or by calling 119. Paxlovid and Remdesivir were also added to the list of treatment options for people with MS. We searched the web to get an understanding… Read more »
Online Information session: Exercise – the difference between ‘regular’ and ‘functional’ exercise
In this information session from MS-UK, they will be discussing what ‘functional exercise’ is and how to use this type of exercise to improve mobility. It takes place online on Monday 21 February at 2pm. Dr Hawley will be discussing the difference between ‘regular’ and ‘functional’ exercise and how functional exercise can help improve function… Read more »
