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Looking at Dan Pimenta, you wouldn’t know he was suffering from a chronic illness — but the 53-year-old has multiple sclerosis (MS). He was diagnosed at the age of ... Read more
Natalizumab (Tysabri) is a drug used in the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). We’ve put together a list of things to know about ... Read more
In this video, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) reminds everyone that people with MS don’t get a day off from the disease. They have to ... Read more
Living with an unpredictable illness can be tough at the best of times, but when you’re a parent, it can often cause unforeseen problems. Living with ... Read more
As your MS progresses, you may find it necessary to make some modifications to your home to make it safer and more accessible. Such alterations can ... Read more
If you or a loved one is living with multiple sclerosis (MS), it’s important to remember that you can always try to make your situation better. If your doctor ... Read more
“Alexa” is Amazon’s talking service that acts as a virtual personal assistant. According to tomsguide.com, as part of the company’s Echo speaker system, the voice-activated device can pick out ... Read more
“You have multiple sclerosis” is something that no one wants to hear. Some people hear it but have no idea what it means. Some think they’ll ... Read more
This film from the MS Society is all about Zena Nicolaou. The MS Society in the U.K. awarded Zena the prestigious title of “Carer of the Year” ... Read more
Following her husband’s frustration at not being able to do up the buttons on his formal work shirts, Maura Horton came up with a simple and ... Read more
Many multiple sclerosis (MS) patients suffer from bladder issues. In this video from Mallery Schuplin, the MS vlogger talks about some of the bladder issues she’s been ... Read more
Having a service dog can greatly enhance the life of someone living with a chronic disease. They allow patients to regain some of their independence by helping with ... Read more
Signs are appearing outside restrooms in the United Kingdom to advise members of the public that not all disabilities are visible. MORE: Ocrevus’ journey from defiant idea ... Read more
Multiple sclerosis is a progressive neurological disease that develops when the myelin in the central nervous system is attacked, leading to a range of symptoms including mobility ... Read more
We understand how difficult it is to tell your family, friends and coworkers that you have multiple sclerosis. While it might not be easy, at some point ... Read more
This video made by Jack Barton is all about Jack’s father, Tim. Tim was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis nine years ago and has to undergo monthly intravenous treatments ... Read more
Breakfast is often cited as being the most important meal of the day, but to get the full benefits, make sure you eat a nutritious breakfast ... Read more
In this MS Society video, Jack Osbourne admits that although he’s lived a fairly hedonistic lifestyle, the scariest moment of his life was when he was ... Read more
Trevis Gleason is a food journalist who also writes about his journey with secondary-progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS). Gleason was diagnosed with the disease in 2001 and ... Read more
Oxidative stress is the result of an imbalance in the body of free radicals. These free radicals damage proteins, lipids and nucleic acids, which in turn ... Read more
According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, around 65 percent of people living with the disease suffer from some cognitive issues — most notably, memory, concentration ... Read more
Many multiple sclerosis patients will suffer from bouts of bowel dysfunction and in particular, constipation and seek their doctor’s advice on how to relieve the symptoms. ... Read more
Managing a chronic illness can be difficult. There are many different medications to take (often at different times), appointments to remember, symptoms to keep track of, ... Read more
Although multiple sclerosis (MS) is more likely to be diagnosed in adults between the ages of 20 and 40, children can also develop the autoimmune disease. ... Read more
Tremors are a common symptom of multiple sclerosis, experienced by around three-quarters of people with the condition, and one that often makes sufferers feel quite self-conscious. For most, ... Read more
Service dogs are typically thought of as necessary companions for the visually impaired, but service and therapy dogs can be a practical solution for people with a variety ... Read more
Trigeminal neuralgia is a term used for facial pain which begins in the trigeminal nerve. It usually occurs in people over the age of 50 and affects ... Read more
Vitamin D is often talked about as an important vitamin that helps the body stay fit and strong, but it could also help in the fight against multiple ... Read more
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic illness that presents many different symptoms since it can affect any part of the human body. While no two people living ... Read more
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that is unique to each patient, which means no two people suffer from identical symptoms. While there are many symptoms MS patients share ... Read more
Many people living with multiple sclerosis find that their symptoms become more pronounced when they’re subjected to heat. With summer in full swing, many people with the condition ... Read more
The multiple sclerosis community has been waiting with bated breath for the approval of the drug Ocrevus (ocrelizumab), which will be used to treat patients who have relapsing ... Read more
This video from the Center for Diagnostic Imaging explains how magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can help in diagnosing multiple sclerosis (MS) and how far this technology has come ... Read more
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ht3Z6-m6LIU In this video from Patients Like Me, John shares that although he’s suffering from the autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis (MS), he’s definitely much more than the ... Read more
Medical marijuana is gaining popularity as a complementary medicine to help with many symptoms associated with chronic illnesses. While many people are curious about how marijuana ... Read more
This video from The Mighty shares some of the things a person living with a chronic illness might want to carry around with them on a daily basis. MORE: 29 Tips to ... Read more
Living with an unpredictable illness can be tough at the best of times, but when you’re a parent, it can often cause unforeseen problems. Living with ... Read more
While most people enjoy the summer months, for those living with multiple sclerosis (MS), the warmer weather can bring a new set of problems, exacerbating symptoms and making ... Read more
The Sopranos’ actress Jamie-Lynn Sigler only recently shared that she’s been living with multiple sclerosis (MS) for 15 years, choosing to remain quiet about her health out of fear that ... Read more
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