National MS Society

This year's Black MS Experience Summit is centered around the theme of "Unstoppable: Rising from Disruption." Disruption is a constant companion for many living with MS. It affects not only the body but families, daily routines and future plans. Amid these disruptions, we have the power to redefine, reevaluate and rise above. Together, we'll explore what it means to be unstoppable. Join us from June 12-13 by registering at: https://lnkd.in/evAU_n6A

If you have multiple prescriptions, it can be difficult to keep track of them all. Taking your medications and following your treatment plan are key to managing MS, according to Sarah Anderson, director of clinical content and resources at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Learn more tips for medication management here: https://ntlms.org/3Uw3wVa

#MSNews 📰: When it comes to children and teens living with MS, studies show starting treatment with highly effective DMTs is the way to go. Discover how these therapies work to control disease activity and offer hope for a brighter future ➡ https://ntlms.org/44pa1wk

Registration for the 2024 Black MS Experience Summit is now open! This event is more than just a gathering — it's a space for our Black MS community to come together to share unique experiences, uplift one another and gain practical insights into living with MS. Living with MS often means facing disruptions that can shake us to our core, but within those disruptions lie opportunities for growth, resilience and rebuilding. Join us from June 12-13 and be part of this empowering experience by registering at: https://lnkd.in/evAU_n6A

From advocating at the capitol to setting up hundreds of events, leading peer groups and so much more, our volunteers go above and beyond to improve the lives of people living with MS. Thank you for all you do! Happy #NationalVolunteerWeek!

"If I can be here and be even the tiniest part of funding research and ending a disease, that'd be something worth living for." - Tom McFarland (1956-2023) Today we remember Tom, an extraordinary volunteer who dedicated his retired years to improving the lives of people living with MS. Year after year, Tom showed up at Walk, Bike and Hike events, putting a smile on participants’ faces. He is a shining example of the vital role our volunteers play in the MS Movement. This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we celebrate all the volunteers who help make these events possible.

Our volunteers are at the heart of what we do. Last year alone, 38,000 volunteers gave their time and talent to work towards our mission — a world free of MS. We are truly grateful. Happy #NationalVolunteerWeek!

Raven Henderson remembers the time she had to use her cane on the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s MS Snowmobile Tour bus because her multiple sclerosis was upsetting her balance. A fellow passenger helped her down the bus steps and then shared a small pearl of wisdom: angels up and demons down. It was his way of telling her to lead with her better leg. “It stuck with me years later, and I always do that when I’m having trouble walking,” Henderson recalls. “That’s what the snowmobile event is about — everyone helps each other. It’s so much family, love and support.” The tour draws riders from across the country, including Florida, Texas and California, with many repeat participants, and is celebrating its 40th year. Learn more about the MS Snowmobile Tour here: https://lnkd.in/eyCNaDbr

#MSNews: UCLA neurologist Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl wins 2024 John Dystel Prize for MS research. She is being recognized for her innovative research to understand mechanisms underlying sex differences in MS and advancing women’s health. Women are much more susceptible than men to developing MS. Dr. Voskuhl has conducted extensive basic and clinical research to understand why. She has made landmark discoveries related to the influence of sex hormones and sex chromosomes in laboratory models, and then translated those basic findings to the clinic. Read more: https://ntlms.org/4amNl2d

It’s spring, a time for renewal, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is renewing our strategic plan. Here's how we're moving forward together and making progress towards our goals: https://ntlms.org/491mOWz