16 October 2023
Ever wondered if smoking affects your MS? Sure, we all know the health risks linked to smoking. But, does smoking cause multiple sclerosis progression? And will your MS symptoms improve if you quit smoking?
We dive deep into these questions with consultant neurologist, Professor Richard Nicholas. Plus, Caroline Smith, who lives with MS, talks us through the steps she took to quit smoking.
Episode notes
- Smoking and MS – info from the MS Trust
- Quitting smoking slows down MS progression – research update from MS Trust
- Five top tips for improving your lung health – blog from physio Jody Barber
- Stoptober – Stop smoking campaign from NHS
- The MS Register
