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.

27 August 2024

Poetry with purpose: Julie Stevens' journey of words and giving back

Julie Stevens, living with Secondary Progressive MS, raises funds for the MS Trust by selling her poetry pamphlets, sharing her journey and inspiring others through her work

22 August 2024

No increased risk of relapse following Covid-19 vaccination, study finds

A study has found that, for most people with multiple sclerosis, receiving a Covid-19 vaccination does not increase your risk of having a relapse.

13 August 2024

Blurred lines: my battle with MS and menopause

Rebecca outlines her journey of managing MS symptoms, menopause and the NHS. She explores some helpful tips that she's picked up along the way.

9 August 2024

A shift in perspective: numbness changed everything

Facing numbness spreading down the right side of his body, active gym enthusiast William knew something was wrong. Find out how he’s changed his lifestyle to support himself.

25 July 2024

MS: How blooming accessible are garden centres?

Green fingered enthusiast, Antoinette, takes a trip to the garden centre. But will the venue meet her accessibility needs?

23 July 2024

Thank you for shaping our response to the PIP consultation

Thank you to everyone who wrote to us. We outline our formal response to the PIP consultation, shaped by you.

22 July 2024

Tips for fatigue-friendly cooking

MS fatigue can make it hard to plan and cook balanced meals. These tips from dieticians, therapists and people with MS could help you find ways to take control of your diet.

18 July 2024

Adaptability and MS

Retired nurse and crime writer, Chris Bridges, tells us how he constantly adapts his lifestyle to manage his MS.

15 July 2024

Top tips for a stress-free summer holiday

When you have MS, it can be hard to be spontaneous about holidays. We look at the key things you might want to think about when planning a break.

8 July 2024

Hot and bothered: how heat makes MS symptoms worse

It's common for MS symptoms to get worse when you are hot. This temporary effect can be brought on in busy, heated rooms, outdoors in the sun or when exercising. But what can you do to beat the heat?

8 July 2024

Demystifying MS diets pt 2: What is a healthy MS diet?

We chew the fat with registered dietician Claire Fenlon (Chilterns Neuro Centre) about the importance of healthy eating with MS and explore the research behind MS diets.

4 July 2024

Advanced MS at 23 years old: my story

Jasmine lives with advanced MS at just 23 years old. Find out how she finds joy in the connections with her family, friends and healthcare professionals.