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 2018

"Parkrun is genuinely accessible"

When MS Trust supporter Tim Sorrell signed up to his first parkrun, somewhat reluctantly, he could never have imagined the positive difference it would make to his life. He explains what makes it so special.

29 October 2018

Nico's 24 hour driving challenge

Car enthusiast Nico has organised a rather unique driving challenge to raise funds for the MS Trust. Here he tells us what the challenge involves, the inspiration behind it, and how you can sign up.

17 October 2018

My canoe challenge for the MS Trust

Back in September, a group of friends took on a gruelling canoe challenge in the Lake District, raising nearly £4,000 to support the MS Trust's vital work. Here, supporter Caroline Horton writes about the inspiration behind the challenge and the sense of achievement she felt after completing it.

16 October 2018

Could cocoa help MS fatigue?

Researchers found that a dark chocolate cocoa drink, rich in flavonoids, reduced a number of measures of fatigue.

4 October 2018

Supporter designs necklace to raise money for the MS Trust

MS Trust supporter Kimberley Carey has designed a stunning pendant necklace to raise awareness and funds for the MS Trust.

23 September 2018

Final results from the MS Risk Sharing Scheme (RSS) published

The MS Trust has praised the pioneering work of the MS Risk Sharing Scheme (RSS) as the final results from the scheme are published in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry today (September 24).

23 September 2018

The Risk Sharing Scheme: How it's made a difference for people with MS

As the final data from the MS Risk-Sharing scheme (RSS) is published in the BMJ, we reflect on how this pioneering scheme has changed the landscape for people living with MS.

28 August 2018

Rich's tandem ride for MS

Rich from Dorset tells us why he is taking on a 50-mile tandem cycle challenge in aid of the MS Trust.

5 August 2018

“When I met my MS nurse everything started to make sense”

An MS diagnosis can be a lot to get your head around. There’s the unpredictability to navigate, the invisible symptoms, the different treatment options, and the emotions that come with knowing you’re going to have to deal with the condition for the rest of your life.

5 August 2018

Meet our Miles for MS superstars

Over 100 people walked, ran, swam, arm cycled, wheeled and more as part of our accessible fundraising challenge. We caught up with some of them to find out why they got involved and how exercise has helped them live well with MS.

31 July 2018

Exercise early in the course of MS and FES effects on bladder symptoms

Exploring benefits of exercise early in the course of MS and improved bladder symptoms when using an FES device – identifying potential for new research.

28 June 2018

Couldn't believe it was real: Paul's skydive

Paul Kosinski pushed himself out of his comfort zone to take part in our Jump in June skydiving month. He shares his story.