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.

30 November 2020

The MS Trust announces a new Chair of Trustees

The MS Trust are delighted to welcome Caitlin Sorrell as the new Chair of trustees from December 2020.

23 November 2020

MS nurses and mental health

The fourth episode of the series focuses on MS nurses and how they can help people with multiple sclerosis with their mental health. We speak to MS Nurse Sally Fox about why she thinks mental health is important and how you could talk to your MS nurse about it. She also shares some great tips like breathing exercises that you could try yourself.

18 November 2020

David Martin appointed Chair of the Neurological Alliance

The MS Trust is delighted to announce that CEO David Martin, has been voted in as Chair of the Neurological Alliance.

16 November 2020

My MS and my mental health

In his latest blog, Ian Daly speaks candidly about his own experience with depression and urges others to seek help if needed.

10 November 2020

Thank you to the National Lottery Community Fund

The MS Trust has been awarded a £50,000 National Lottery Community Fund grant. The funding will help deliver our vital MS services during the Covid-19 pandemic.

9 November 2020

15 minutes with Laura Chapman

After five years at the helm, the MS Trust’s Chair of Trustees is stepping down from her role. Here, Laura Chapman reflects on her time at the MS Trust.

6 November 2020

MS and the NHS

2020 has been far from a normal year. In his latest blog for the MS Trust, Martin Baum reflects on the impact lockdown has had on MS care across the country.

5 November 2020

Introducing Staying Smart

Ever forget where you’ve put your keys? Struggle to find the word that’s on the tip of your tongue? You’re not alone. he MS Trust has launched a new, interactive web zone to provide everyday tips and tricks to help lift the ‘cog fog’.

4 November 2020

"MS has made me determined to make a difference for others"

A “life-changing” diagnosis of MS in 1999 inspired John Hambly to set up a new therapy centre to improve his own situation and bring support to others living with the condition

4 November 2020

How to make the most of virtual appointments

Virtual appointments can feel very different to speaking to your MS team face to face. To help you prepare, we’ve put together some tips for making the most of telephone or video appointments.

4 November 2020

At work with MS

With the right support in place, MS shouldn’t stop you from working. Here we take a look at some practical support that can help.

4 November 2020

A round-up of research from MS Virtual 2020

An update from the 2020 ECTRIMS and ACTRIMS, the largest annual MS research conference.