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.

6 February 2023

Riding for a Reason: Kenny and Rick’s Tandem Adventure from London to Paris

Join Kenny and Rick on the iconic London to Paris cycle ride! This special fundraising challenge celebrates 30 years of the MS Trust and honours the memory of their loved ones.

6 February 2023

Tingling, burning and crawling - what are altered sensations in MS?

In this episode, we talk about altered sensations, a bunch of sensory symptoms that can occur in MS, such as burning, tingling, pins and needles, crawling, numbness, prickling. We talk to pain specialist Amanda Howarth and share some life hacks around living with altered sensations.

2 February 2023

Your most common helpline questions

We look at the most common enquiry topics that come to our MS Trust helpline, and explain how we help people affected by multiple sclerosis find answers and support.

31 January 2023

An empowering employer eases the pressure of MS

Marathon runner Matt explains how his employer supported his him through his MS journey

26 January 2023

Rebecca's Great North Run Experience

We spoke with one of our fabulous fundraisers, Rebecca, about her experience running the Great North Run and why she chose to run for the MS Trust.

19 January 2023

What made Daf Wyn call his doctor?

When the S4C presenter found himself slurring live on air, he knew he needed help. We discuss his MS diagnosis, treatment, going back to work, coping with new-dad fatigue, and how language helps make sense of things.

17 January 2023

Could a pair of orthotic shorts help you walk better?

This study aimed to test whether orthotic shorts could improve walking and whether people would be willing to wear them in daily life.

16 January 2023

MS Research education and plans for 2023

New year, new podcast! In this episode, we cover new research developments, education and what’s new at the MS Trust.

10 January 2023

MS research: work and MS

Dr Blanca De Dios Pérez discusses her innovative research on work and employment with MS.

10 January 2023

My life with MS and Mutual Support

Mike was diagnosed with MS 36 years ago and held an active career in the army for much of that time. Here he tells how the group Mutual Support have helped him.

22 December 2022

Celebrating 50 podcast episodes of 'Breaking it down - multiple sclerosis'

We celebrate 50 podcast episodes and 30,000 downloads by looking back at your top five most popular episodes

22 December 2022

Andy's MS life hacks

Author, blogger and relapsing remitting MS-er Andy Reynard shares his top tips for an easier life. Humour included.