Dates for footcare appointments, please book your appointment with reception.
9 April – all day
28 April – 9-12
21 May – 1-4.30pm
9 June – all day
21 July – 9am – 12.30pm
13 August – all day
MS Society local branch newsletter March/April 2015
PML case confirmed in someone taking Gilenya
Source MS Society:
Novartis, who manufacture Gilenya (fingolimod), have confirmed a case of the rare brain infection PML (progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy) in someone taking the drug. Read on.
We need MS specialists at the heart of MS care
Source MS Trust:We’ve been working to train and support MS specialists, helping them demonstrate the value of their work, and working to change national guidance. But we need your help.
If you agree that people living with MS should have access to the best possible care, lend your voice to our campaign: sign up now and help us spread the word. Together we can make a real difference for everyone affected by MS. Read on.
Missing – Body warmer
Missing – Body warmer belonging to Geoff Fewings, left here Tuesday 24th, Navy blue, corduroy collar. Please check to see you haven’t picked it up by mistake.
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Self Compassion for Carers
Caring for the Carers – investigating an on-line mindfulness and self-compassion programme for carers of individuals with life limiting and terminal illness. For more information click here.
PML case confirmed in someone taking Gilenya
Source MS Society:
Novartis, who manufacture Gilenya (fingolimod), have confirmed a case of the rare brain infection PML (progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy) in someone taking the drug. Read on.
100 Club February Winners
February winners:
1st prize – Dave Webb
2nd prize – Ismay Ratliff
3rd prize – Linda Tierney
Volunteers need for Sainsbury’s Collection
Volunteers needed for 1/2 hr slots for the next Supermarket Collection at Didcot Sainsbury’s, on Easter Saturday 4th April. Please let Sue know if you can help.
Possibility of a new weekly Aquatic Exercise Class at Milton Park Club
Caroline Dendy (who teaches our yoga class here on Wednesdays) would teach a “light-hearted, fun class – a total-body exercise class without music, with the opportunity for all participants, to work at their own level and pace. The class will be open to all individuals who feel comfortable in the water, regardless of current fitness levels & experience. The water offers an excellent opportunity to assist balance and support limbs, as well as provide resistance to work our muscles. There are no lifeguards at the pool, so being able to swim is recommended, although the instructor would be in the pool with the class.“
Please talk to Jon or Caroline if you are interested. Fridays at 2.15 is looking the most likely time, starting at the end of March. We’d need about 8 people to keep it going.
Cost for the 45 minute class would be only £2.50, inclusive of entry to the gym.
