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.

25 November 2021

Ask the expert: speech problems

Some people with multiple sclerosis may experience problems with their speech. This can include slurred speech, poor voice quality and difficulty remembering words. We spoke to a speech and language therapist to find out what causes these problems and learn about some of the practical strategies that can help.

23 November 2021

MS Trust funds a new MS nurse in north Wales

Recently, the MS Trust was delighted to announce that we have funded an additional MS nurse to cover north Wales, through the Walton Centre, Liverpool. We chatted to Michelle and her fellow MS Nurse, Yvonne, about the difference the new role will make.

22 November 2021

My personal journey with HSCT

Chris Wasey gives his account of what it’s like to receive HSCT (stem cell transplant) on the NHS and the impact it had on his MS.

19 November 2021

My journey to Russia for HSCT

Gwen was diagnosed with primary progressive MS (PPMS) in 2009. Here, she talks about the experience of travelling to Russia for HSCT and shares some advice for others.

18 November 2021

HSCT for MS

We discuss HSCT for MS, hearing from Claire in the information team about the criteria for receiving stem cell transplantation. Our guests also include Chris who was eligible for HSCT on the NHS and Gwen who went to Russia to seek treatment for PPMS. Both share their experiences and give advice for anyone else considering the option.

16 November 2021

DVLA medical questionnaire consultation

The DVLA wants your views on allowing a wider range of health professionals to fill in medical questionnaires.

9 November 2021

Move it for MS Emily's story

Emily was diagnosed with MS in 2010 when she was still physically, very active. However since being diagnosed, she now struggles with mobility issues and uses a wheelchair to get around. We chat to her about how she finds exercising helps with her MS

4 November 2021

Will asks the experts about MS pharmacists

Guest presenter and MS Trust volunteer, Will, returns to our archives. This time, he looks at the role Pharmacists play within an MS service, what support they offer and the latest drugs in development for people with MS. Featuring input from MS Pharmacists Brina and Aoife as well as Gemma from the MS Trust.

25 October 2021

Temelimab: early clinical trial suggests potential for remyelination

Results from initial clinical trial suggest that temelimab may promote remyelination and prevent loss of nerve cells.

25 October 2021

Would having children be impossibly hard for me, my partner, and the children themselves?

While everyone around her seems to be starting a family, Edith considers what impact having children when you've got MS, will have.

22 October 2021

Who gets MS? Ethnicity and multiple sclerosis

In this episode we talk to Natalie, who set up the Black MS Foundation to provide a space for black people to discuss their MS experiences. We also dive into who gets multiple sclerosis and how different ethnicities are affected by it.

6 October 2021

Move it for MS Nick's story

Nick, was diagnosed with relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis at the start of the first lockdown. In this story we talk to him about how he coped with his diagnosis and how running helps him with his MS.