June 100 club draw winners

Brenda winning £35, Beryl winning £21 and Linda winning £14.

Please speak to Sue or reception for details of our 100 club, only £5 a month.

Multiple sclerosis study reveals possible trigger

Source Israel21c

Israeli scientists discover an abnormality in neurons’ protective membrane may enable the immune system to launch a mistaken attack.

Researchers have long speculated that MS is triggered by the body’s own immune system unleashing an uncontrolled attack on myelin sheaths that protect nerve cells (neurons).

 

A study published by Israeli scientists in the Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS) pinpoints a structural instability in the myelin membranes, the “insulating tape” surrounding neurons.

This vulnerability seems to be what gives the immune system access to otherwise protected regions.  Read on.

Book now for Jacqueline du Pré Tribute concert raising money for MS research.

 

Source MS Society

Globally acclaimed conductor, Daniel Barenboim, has announced a second performance at the Royal Festival Hall this October to raise funds for MS research.

The second concert will take place on Sunday 29 October at 2pm. The first concert was the fastest selling concert in the Southbank Centre’s 2017/18 classical series.

The concert will be a tribute to the acclaimed cellist, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel’s wife of 20 years. Jacqueline had MS and died aged just 42. This October marks the 30th anniversary of her death.

She was recognised as one of the most talented cellists in history before her illness forced her to give up playing.

For more information click here.

NEW Honesty box in the gym

We are introducing an honesty box in the gym.  The suggested donation is £2 per use of the gym for non-ms members.  This is to cover the cost of servicing the equipment.

 

Celebrating Carers Week 12th – 18th June 2017

The 12th to the 18th June celebrates Carers Week 2017.

“Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK.

The campaign is brought to life by thousands of individuals and organisations who come together to organise activities and events throughout the UK, drawing attention to just how important caring is.”  For more click here.