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Does a sense of humour help when you're living with MS?
30 June 2022
Nigel Bartram was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 13 years ago. In his new book MS A Funny Thing (well s😊metimes), he looks at some of the more comedic elements of living with a chronic illness.


Updated NICE multiple sclerosis guideline contains some good news and some bad news
22 June 2022
There are some positive points in the revised 2022 guideline but the MS Trust is disappointed that NICE has been unable to recommend Fampyra.


Connor's letter to MS
21 June 2022
In 2022, Connor will be taking part in the Great North Run to support the MS Trust. Here, Connor writes a letter to MS, openly sharing his thoughts on the condition his sister was diagnosed with at the age of 14.


Why is Pride month important to the MS Trust?
16 June 2022
As part of our Pride month celebrations, two of the MS Trust team who identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community, sat down with David Martin, the MS Trust’s CEO, to discuss the importance of celebrating the LGBTQ+ community - not just in June but throughout the year.


Al and Bee's Mission:100 challenge
10 June 2022
After being inspired to help those affected by multiple sclerosis, siblings Al and Bee took part in Mission:100.


Researching the genetics of MS
25 May 2022
Dr Benjamin Jacobs spoke to us about a new study on the genetics of MS in people from minority ethnic backgrounds which may eventually shed light on why MS can be more severe for Black and Asian people.


Is a ketogenic diet good for people with multiple sclerosis?
18 May 2022
Researchers assessed whether a ketogenic diet, low in carbohydrates and high in fats, is suitable for people with multiple sclerosis.


Roxy's journey to diagnosis
16 May 2022
Roxy talks about her MS journey and the importance of sharing her own experiences to ensure that others don’t face the same challenges when receiving a diagnosis.


What’s going on with Covid-19 medicines for people with MS?
4 May 2022
With confusion around eligibility and access to covid medicines, we heard personal experiences from our online community.


Lis' MS journey: one woman and her bike
4 May 2022
In May 2022, Lis will be heading off on her 5,000 mile cycling challenge. She shares how the idea came about and discusses why the support of the MS Trust was invaluable following a multiple sclerosis diagnosis.


Mayzent (siponimod) use expanded in England for secondary progressive multiple sclerosis
3 May 2022
NHS England has agreed that Mayzent can be prescribed for people with active secondary progressive multiple sclerosis whose disability has increased for at least 6 months, unrelated to relapses, and while taking a disease modifying drug.


Life changing: the hopes and fears of the MS community in 2022
22 April 2022
New report from the MS Trust highlights the importance of accessible care for people living with MS.
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