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.

15 September 2023

Accessible cycling with MS: why I created Triple Tread

Mark Harrison was looking for ways to keep active with MS. When he couldn’t find any stylish accessible cycles, he decided to create his own – the Triple Tread trike.

8 September 2023

Out and about with Antoinette

For many people living with MS and mobility issues, getting around can be challenging. Antoinette talks us through her recent experience travelling in and around London using her powered wheelchair.

4 September 2023

What you told us about MS and mental health

This is a recording from a live stream we did earlier with the Head of Information and Engagement at the MS Trust Claire Winchester, we chat to her about a report called “Life changing: mental health and MS". In this report we find out about what the MS community in the UK has to say about mental health.

1 September 2023

MS and sophrology: how MS gave me a more meaningful life

Audrey’s MS diagnosis led her down a path of discovery, where she found sophrology. This relaxation technique blends a fusion of yoga, meditation and zen. Find out how sophrology made Audrey's life more meaningful.

14 August 2023

How can I improve my sleep when I have MS?

Sleep problems are more common in people with MS than the general population. Around half of people with MS say they experience disturbed sleep. In this episode we talk about some common problems and some potential ways to improve your sleep.

2 August 2023

MS gave me the resilience I needed to become an author

Diagnosed with MS and later cancer, Jane channelled her energy into writing and is now a published author.

2 August 2023

Why I changed my MS treatment from Plegridy to Copaxone

When Jen and her husband decided to start a family, she had to make a tough decision to change MS medication from Plegridy to Copaxone. Read on to find out how it went.

31 July 2023

How to explain fatigue to others

How do you explain this difficult invisible symptom to someone who doesn't have MS? We help you share how it feels.

25 July 2023

Who could have a baclofen pump and when?

Baclofen pumps can be fitted internally to help manage debilitating spasticity by delivering small amounts of medication directly to the spinal cord. Here's how they work and when they might be suitable.

24 July 2023

It's Disability Pride Month y'all!

July is Disability Pride Month. This blog looks at how there is still much work to be done to raise the visibility of disabled people across society.

24 July 2023

What happens when you treat MS really early? We learn about the AttackMS trial

Diagnosing MS can be a lengthy procedure, and getting on a treatment path can take even longer. So what happens when you treat potential MS really early? In this episode, we talk to Professor Klaus Schmierer about the AttackMS trial.

21 July 2023

Kate's love for life makes her the heroine of her MS story

Kate received her MS diagnosis in 1987. Whilst times have been tough, her love for life has really kept her going.