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 August 2021

Cabbages and an MS King

Martin Baum shares how he came around to the idea of using a walking stick and began to appreciate the interesting conversation starters that walking aids can be.

24 August 2021

Cat and Stanley get active

Cat was diagnosed with RRMS two years ago. Here, she shares how getting active and doing canicross with her cockapoo, Stanley, helps take her mind off things during tougher times.

22 August 2021

Scooting adventures with Sally

Sally talks about her use of scooters as mobility aids, reminding us that there are a number of options available to suit all levels of ability.

19 August 2021

Can't take the heat?

We look at how you can make the most of summer, including tackling temperature sensitivity, exercise, managing your vitamin D levels, healthy eating and accessible holidays.

18 August 2021

Jenna's treatment story: Mavenclad

Jenna, 29, was diagnosed with relapsing remitting MS in 2017, just two weeks before Christmas. After three years on one of the injectable disease modifying drugs, Jenna was forced to consider changing her treatment following a relapse shortly after the birth of her baby. Here Jenna talks about why she chose to switch to Mavenclad and how she’s found the treatment so far.

18 August 2021

Regan's treatment story: Lemtrada

Regan, 22, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis when she was just 16. Whilst navigating school life and completing important exams, she started her treatment with Lemtrada – one of the strongest disease modifying drugs available for relapsing remitting MS. Here she sheds some light on her experience with the drug. She discusses what infusion clinics are like, the side effects she experienced and the ongoing monitoring after treatment.

16 August 2021

Mission 100 Orkney vs Shetland

The Orkney and Shetland Islands go head-to-head in an epic, Mission 100 fundraising challenge to support people living with MS.

16 August 2021

Mobility problems and aids in MS (Part 2)

We chat to neuro-physiotherapist Jody Barber about how mobility problems may present in MS and what to do if you think you need a mobility aid. Jody also discusses the psychological barriers people may face when needing to use one for the first time.

15 August 2021

Ask the expert: MS pharmacists

Two pharmacists discuss their role within an MS service, how they support people with MS and the latest developments on drugs in the pipeline.

12 August 2021

What led Trishna to become a health and disability advocate?

Multiple sclerosis advocate Trishna talks to us about fundraising, dance and the importance of support group, Asian MS.

11 August 2021

15 minutes with Diva Hollywood

Cabaret performer, Diva Hollywood talks about her MS diagnosis, how she got into performing arts and why it appeals to her.

3 August 2021

"How belly dancing has helped me and my MS"

Michelle talks about her MS diagnosis and how despite initial concerns, she was able to get back into belly dancing, which helps lifts her mood.