Safeguarding means protecting people from harm, abuse and neglect. Anyone can be a risk of abuse, including people with MS who need care and support. If you or someone you know is at risk, here's how to raise a concern.

A means-tested benefit that helps those on low income, unable to work or who are unemployed.

Nuedexta (dextromethorphan/quinidine) is a drug used to treat pseudobulbar affect – uncontrolled laughing or crying – a potential symptom of multiple sclerosis. It was licensed by the European Medicines Agency in June 2013, however it was withdrawn from use in the European Union in 2016.

Tai Chi is a form of gentle exercise that combines deep breathing and relaxation techniques with slow, graceful movements. Because Tai Chi is largely based on technique, it does not require great strength or flexibility. It is used by some people with multiple sclerosis to help with balance, stress relief and general wellbeing.

Using a stiffness and/or spasms diary for a week can help you identify what causes your multiple sclerosis symptoms to worsen.

Research into a possible role of the hepatitis B vaccination in increasing risk for the onset of multiple sclerosis has been inconclusive. Find out more in this A-Z entry.

Chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency (CCSVI) was a theory that suggested vein abnormalities may contribute to nervous system damage in multiple sclerosis.

St John's wort (hypericum perforatum) is a herb that is sometimes used to treat mild to moderate depression. Research suggests that St John's wort can be as effective as standard antidepressants and has fewer side effects.

Meditation belongs to a group of therapies known as complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). When practised correctly, it can induce a state of calm.