Posts By: Karen Jones

Machine learning identifies new subtypes of MS from MRI scans

The study in brief MS is divided into four subtypes: clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing remitting, primary and secondary progressive MS and are used to guide the timing and choice of treatments. However, these subtypes are based on observed symptoms, such as relapses and disability which can be difficult to measure and may not reflect the… Read more »

Spare plants needed for the Centre

If anyone has any spare plants for potting into a tub for the centre please let me know? We have a square planter by the ramp, it’s a bit tatty but with some nice summer flowers in it, it might brighten the front up a bit. Many thanks Sue

Updated procedures for ALL therapies

Procedures for ALL therapies commencing 17th May 2021  Arrive at the centre and ring the doorbell by the front door, DO NOT ENTER the building. If someone else is waiting, wait at the bottom of the ramp until the walkway is clear AND KEEP A 2 METRE DISTANCE AT ALL TIMES  Someone will… Read more »

Cleaning of oxygen masks from Monday 17th May, 2021

The next easing of lock down commences on Monday.  In light of the fact that most people have now had both their jabs and infection rates are greatly reduced we will go back to keeping masks at the centre and asking you to clean your mask yourself with anti-bacterial wipes and then placing it in… Read more »

AGM meeting code and password

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING   Due to the unusual circumstances again this year and social distance measures the AGM will take place via a zoom* meeting on: Thursday 10th June, 2.30pm The code is 718 389 8662 Password: OMSTC (uppercase) *If you need to know how to access Zoom, contact Sue in September, if you do… Read more »

MS Society have launched their new forum

Over the last few years, the MS Society has been asking for feedback on how they can improve our forum. This is to make sure they can give you the best experience possible. Thanks to your feedback, they have been able to create the perfect space to support, share, and connect with like-minded people in the MS community.  Read on.

Introducing Octopus – the world’s first multi-arm, multi-stage trial for MS

There are now over a dozen licensed disease modifying therapies (DMTs) for people with relapsing MS, and some emerging for early active progressive MS. But to help people at every stage of MS, we need to stop MS from progressing. Currently, all available DMTs target the immune system. To truly stop MS getting worse, we also need treatments… Read more »