News & stories

Stay in the know with the latest news, research and stories from the MS community. Find information on things that matter to you, from tips on managing symptoms, through to stories about different drugs and treatment options. Want to share your story with us? We'd love to hear from you.

7 November 2017

Forward thinking fashion

Many people with MS live by the motto “I may have MS but MS doesn’t have me” and are determined not to let the disease define them. But what if you find that your MS means you don’t feel comfortable in your own clothes any more, and can’t find anything practical you do like? Here we speak to Helen and Hannah Dunk who have launched a new fashion label for women in wheelchairs.

2 November 2017

“MS is part of me but it’s not my life. My life is much bigger and more fun than that”

When Andrew was diagnosed with MS at just 22, he was determined the condition wouldn’t rule his life. Over 30 years later, he continues to live each day with the same positive attitude. This is Andrew’s story.

31 October 2017

Ask the expert: Diet

We put some of your questions about diet in MS to Dr Conor Kerley, a registered dietitian who was diagnosed with MS when he was 16.

23 October 2017

Need the loo during the night?

We all know how important it is to get a good night’s sleep, especially if you suffer from fatigue. But if you wake several times during the night needing to get up for a wee, having a full night's sleep is really difficult. In this blog Helena from the MS Trust's information and engagement team explains what nocturia is and what you can do to to help with it

11 October 2017

15 minutes with MS nurse Verity Duff

Over the past 21 years the MS Trust has provided foundation training and continuing support and development to around 600 MS nurses. Together they have gone on to help thousands of people with MS across the UK. Last year Verity Duff from North Northamptonshire came on our foundation course for new MS nurses. We caught up with her to find out about her first year as an MS nurse, and the difference our support has made to her work

9 October 2017

Can baking keep your brain fit?

Helena is a keen home baker and has been living with MS for over 10 years. Here she contemplates if baking can help with your brain health

20 September 2017

"I am not defined by having multiple sclerosis"

Maisie, who was diagnosed with MS in June, aged just 14, hosted a My Garden Party in the summer, and raised thousands of pounds to help us make a difference for people with MS. Here she tells us what it meant to fundraise for the MS Trust and why she's determined to live her life like "any other teenager".

12 September 2017

Can’t change what happens, just have to deal with it - Wayne's Story

When Wayne first started experiencing tingling and weakness in his hand and wrist, he ignored it "like a typical bloke". But then six months later, in May this year, he was diagnosed with relapsing remitting MS. Here he tells us about coming to terms with the diagnosis, starting treatment, and why he's determined to "keep smiling".

12 September 2017

My MS story: "My rescue dog Kia makes every day with MS a little better"

Alana adopted her rescue dog Kia five years ago and says it was one of the best decisions she’s ever made. Here, Alana tells us about her journey with MS and the positive impact owning a pet has had on her life.

4 September 2017

MS Trust works with NHS Lanarkshire to recruit new MS nurses

The MS Trust and NHS Lanarkshire are delighted to announce that they have worked together to recruit two new MS specialist nurses, plus a part-time neurology nurse, to support the 1,200 people living with MS in Lanarkshire. The new nurses will begin work later in September.

1 September 2017

Sex and MS: depression, fatigue and disability

This research looked at how sexual problems in MS affect or are affected by other symptoms of MS, such as depression, fatigue and level of disability.

9 August 2017

15 minutes with MS Trust supporter Andy Merry

Former Royal Marine Andy Merry works as a Yeoman Warder at the Tower of London. He was diagnosed with MS last year and has since raised over £27,000 to support the work of the MS Trust by climbing the highest mountain in the Alps. We caught up with Andy just after he returned from his challenge in June to ask him about his experience of climbing Mont Blanc for MS.